Explosive Material Found in Package Delivered to Arizona Supreme Court

Authorities report that a suspicious package sent to the Arizona Supreme Court has tested positive for substances identified as homemade explosives.

Early Monday morning, local authorities evacuated the State Courts Building in downtown Phoenix along with surrounding structures after discovering the concerning package. According to a joint announcement from the Arizona Department of Public Safety and the state Supreme Court, the parcel contained several small containers, two of which showed traces of explosive materials crafted at home.

In response to the situation, officials closed the courts building temporarily to conduct thorough safety inspections.

The discovered package was carefully placed into a secure transportation unit and promptly removed from the vicinity. A representative for the Department of Public Safety indicated that plans are in place for its safe disposal.

Court representatives shared with KPHO-TV that the parcel arrived without any return address. Investigations are ongoing, with authorities promising to release further details as they become available.