BREAKING: PA Polling Place Evacuated After ‘Disruptors’ Storm Building

A polling location in Centre County, Pennsylvania, was evacuated after a group of individuals reportedly stormed the building, causing major disruption. The incident occurred at the Willow Bank Building, where local police quickly intervened, urging everyone, including election officials, media personnel, and voters, to evacuate.

According to reports from Haley Jacobs with the Centre County Report, she and her team were preparing for a live broadcast when authorities alerted them to leave immediately, citing safety concerns. “People are trying to disrupt the election,” police reportedly said as they cleared the premises. Flashing lights from police cars and emergency responders now illuminate the lower parking lot where displaced voters, staff, and reporters have gathered.

The “disruptors” entered the building shortly after 7:00 p.m. ET, just an hour before the polls were scheduled to close. The late-hour disturbance in Pennsylvania—a crucial swing state in the election—has fueled concerns about voter safety and the integrity of the voting process.

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UPDATE: Centre County Election Office evacuation with reporter @haleyjacobstv. pic.twitter.com/8Qt9OlQfyn

— Centre County Report (@CentreCountyRep) November 6, 2024

In the 2020 presidential election, Centre County, which includes Bellefonte, voted for Joe Biden over Donald Trump. Biden received approximately 52% of the vote in the county, while Trump received around 45%.

Authorities have not yet confirmed the motives behind the disruption or whether any arrests have been made. The Centre County Sheriff’s Office and other local law enforcement agencies have responded to the situation and are actively working to secure the building. The Centre County Report assured residents that updates will be provided on-air at 8:00 p.m. ET.

Further updates are expected.