Last Updated on May 1, 2026 2:42 pm
UPDATE — 2:40 p.m. Friday, May 1, 2026: A suspect is in custody following a reported bomb threat at a store on Hickory Boulevard in Hudson, according to the Caldwell County Sheriff's Office.
The Sheriff's Office posted on Facebook at approximately 2:40 p.m. confirming that Hudson Police Department had taken a subject into custody. The area surrounding the Walmart Neighborhood Market remained an active scene at the time of the update, with the Sheriff's Office continuing to urge the public to stay away.
Further details on the suspect, charges, or the nature of the device have not yet been released. WataugaOnline.com will continue to update this report as additional information becomes available.
HUDSON — Hudson Police officers responded Friday afternoon to a reported bomb threat at a store on Hickory Boulevard in Hudson, according to dispatch information obtained by WataugaOnline.com.
A man was described as holding a possible grenade inside the store. Evacuation efforts were underway at the time of the initial response, and additional units were assisting with containment.
The Caldwell County Sheriff's Office posted on Facebook Friday afternoon urging the public to stay away from the Walmart on Hickory Boulevard, describing the situation as an emergency.
The nature of the device has not been confirmed. This is a developing situation. WataugaOnline.com will update this report as additional information becomes available.
