10:56 a.m., January 3

UPDATE: According to Bailey Martin, with the Mississippi Dept. of Public Safety, the Capitol has been successfully cleared.

The building was thoroughly searched and no explosives or suspicious equipment was found.

This is an ongoing investigation and there is no further threat to the Capitol or surrounding buildings.

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A Mississippi Department of Public Safety spokesperson has confirmed that was notified earlier this morning of suspicious activity in and around the Mississippi State Capitol.

According to Bailey Martin: “Anyone conducting business at the Capitol should confirm delays regarding business hours for the day or visit legislature.ms.gov for updates.

Standard emergency procedures are being followed and conducted. At this time, no further comment will be made and additional information will be provided when possible.”