US: Police activity ongoing at Northeastern University in Boston, Mass., following reports of bomb threat late Sept. 22

Event

Police are responding to a reported bomb threat at the Curry Student Center at Northeastern University in Boston, Mass., as of late Sept. 22. Authorities are asking people to avoid the area and shelter in place. The motive of the threat is unclear.

Heightened security, as well as localized business and transport disruptions, are likely in the coming hours as police conclude the investigation and clear the scene.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek shelter if in the area. Use alternative routes to circumvent the incident site. Comply with all police directives.