Palm Bay Walmart reopens after bomb threat evacuation

Police said a false report caused a big scare at a Walmart in Palm Bay.

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PALM BAY, Fla. — A bomb threat prompted the closure of the Walmart on Friday morning on Malabar Road, according to the Palm Bay Police Department.

Authorities said the threat was called in and the store was evacuated as a precaution.

Police asked residents to avoid the area while officers respond and investigate.

The Walmart has since reopened after nothing was found.

This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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