Suspicious device left at Capitol in Denver - suspect in custody
PRESS RELEASE: Colorado State Patrol - On Wednesday, October 28, at approximately 10:34 a.m., the Colorado State Patrol found a suspicious device, designed to look like an explosive device, on a windowsill outside the east Capitol entrance.
The Capitol was evacuated at approximately 11:12 a.m. as a precautionary measure, and the area was secured. Lincoln Street and 14th Avenue were closed.
The Denver Police Department Bomb Squad arrived on scene at approximately 11:14 a.m. After testing, the device was found not to be a threat to the public. The evacuation order was lifted at 11:49 a.m.
Both roadways were reopened after the evacuation order was lifted.
The Colorado State Patrol has identified a person of interest who may have information about this device. There is no ongoing hazard at the Capitol.
*Update Information - At approximately 11:29 a.m., the Colorado State Patrol arrested 32-year-old Cody Miles Flynn. The Colorado State Patrol transferred custody of the male suspect to the Denver Police Department. He is set to appear in court in Denver County Thursday morning, October 29th.
