CENTREVILLE, MI - On Friday, Sept. 26, the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported threat against government staff and employees at the Centreville Courthouse.

Police said due to the coordinated efforts of law enforcement agencies, courthouse staff and the Prosecutor’s Office, a 64-year-old man from the White Piegon area was safely apprehended without incident.

The suspect is currently lodged at the St. Joseph County Jail on charges of making terrorist threats. Police assure the community there is no active threat to the public at this time, according to the news release.

In a statement, Sheriff Chad L. Spence said the safety of the courthouse, its staff and the public is a top priority, and that they’re grateful for the professionalism and cooperation displayed by al

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