The Topsfield Fair faced a potential threat Sunday morning.

Around 7:20 a.m. on Oct. 12, the Topsfield Fair was notified by law enforcement of a potential threat to the fairgrounds.

There was a complete sweep of the grounds by law enforcement.

Massachusetts State Police said they believed the individual may be emotionally disturbed and issued a be on the lookout. Around 8:30 a.m., police found the person of interest’s vehicle at the fairgrounds and placed them into custody. The person claimed there was a bomb inside the vehicle.

Police shut down Route 1 as Massachusetts State Police Bomb Squad technicians investigated. Police did not find a bomb and the roadway was reopened around 9 a.m.

The fair was deemed safe by law enforcement at 9:30 a.m., according to a statement by the fair.

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