Archive · 15 Jun 2025
Texas Capitol Evacuated After Threat; One Arrested
On Saturday, the Texas State Capitol had to be evacuated after a credible threat was made against lawmakers.
A state trooper later arrested a man related to the threats during a traffic stop in La Grange.
Police have confirmed there is no further danger.
The evacuation happened before a protest that was planned to take place.
Texas State Capitol evacuated Saturday due to threat against lawmakers.
A man was arrested in La Grange, Texas, in connection with the threats.
The arrest occurred during a traffic stop.
Police stated there was no additional threat.
The evacuation happened ahead of a planned protest.
- Who
- Police and a man (arrested)
- What
- Texas State Capitol evacuated due to threat.
- When
- Saturday
- Where
- Austin, Texas (Capitol); La Grange, Texas (arrest)
- Why
- Due to a credible threat to lawmakers
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Event
- Texas State Capitol Evacuation
- Reason
- Threat to lawmakers
- Arrest Made
- Yes
- Arrest Location
- La Grange, Texas
