AUBURN, Ala. (WTVM) - The Auburn Police Department says a threat reported at a building in the 200 block of Mell Street on Aug. 27 has been ruled unfounded.

Officers responded to the scene after receiving the call, temporarily closing access to the building and evacuating those inside. A search confirmed there was no threat.

Investigators later determined the call was fabricated. According to Alabama law, making a false threat is a felony.

The case remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact Auburn Police at (334) 501-3100, call or text the tip line at (334) 246-1391, or email police@auburnalabama.org.

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