Several polling places in New Jersey were forced to shut down and relocate on Tuesday due to bomb threats on Election Day as voters arrived to cast their ballots.

Police responded to the threats, which were emailed, and secured every location, News 12 reported .

The threats were sent to the counties of Bergen, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Passaic. In a social media post addressing the issue, Attorney General Matthew Platkin said some of the locations had reopened while others would direct voters to nearby polling places.

“Voters should continue to have confidence that they can cast their ballot without fear of intimidation, and we will continue to work tirelessly to ensure a free, fair, and secure election. Make no mistake: We will not tolerate any attempts to inte

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