Bomb threat forces evacuation, closure of Como Zoo
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory in St. Paul was evacuated Saturday, June 6, 2026, after staff reported a bomb threat and called 911, officials said.[1]
St. Paul Police moved guests and nonessential staff off the grounds, secured the animals, and conducted a full search of the property, ultimately finding no threat.[1]
The zoo will remain closed for the rest of Saturday as a precaution and is expected to reopen with normal operations Sunday, June 7.[1]
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- Como Park Zoo & Conservatory received a bomb threat on Saturday, June 6, 2026, and staff immediately called 911.
- St. Paul Police evacuated all guests and nonessential staff, secured the animals, and searched the entire property, ultimately finding no threat.
- The zoo will remain closed for the rest of Saturday as a precaution and is expected to reopen with normal operations on Sunday, June 7.
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June 06, 2026