On Saturday, members of New Hampshire’s State Legislature were prohibited from entering the State House in Concord for about three
hours due to a “threat relative to possible violence” received by the police.
State Representative Peter Sullivan provided TPM with a copy of the email, which was sent to legislators and staffers shortly after 3 p.m. According to Sullivan an “all clear” was sent out at approximately 6 p.m. The email was written by the chiefs of staff of the New Hampshire State Senate and the New Hampshire House of Representatives. As of this writing, the chiefs of staff have not responded to a request for comment about the nature of
the threat.
TPM reached out to Concord Police, who referred us to the New Hampshire State Police. As of this writing, the New Hampshire State Police have not responded to multiple requests for comment.
A group called the Granite State Patriots Liberty PAC was scheduled to host a pro-gun rally outside the State House this afternoon. That
event ended shortly before the threat warning was sent to legislators.
Read the “threat” warning email below:
“From: Flanders, Jay
Sent: Saturday, April 13, 2013 3:11 PM
Subject: Attention – Saturday, 04/13/13
All Representative, Senators and legislative staff,
On Saturday afternoon the police received a threat relative to possible violence at or near the NH State House. We have been requested not to enter the State House until the police have had a chance to evaluate the threat and take any necessary action. Your cooperation in staying out of the building is appreciated. We will let you know when the situation is resolved.
Jay Flanders
Senate Chief of Staff
Ryan Mahoney
House Chief of Staff”
