Wyoming Capitol Evacuated Over Suspected Explosive Device Under Investigation

The Wyoming State Capitol building was evacuated on Tuesday morning after a suspected improvised explosive device (IED), believed to be homemade, was found on the Capitol grounds. Law enforcement agencies, including bomb squads and the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, responded promptly and diffused the device, leading to multiple street closures around the Capitol. The building remained closed for the rest of the day while authorities conducted thorough searches using drones and bomb-sniffing dogs, and officials urged the public to report any suspicious activity from the early morning hours. Governor Mark Gordon and other state officials were among those evacuated, highlighting the seriousness of the incident. While streets around the Capitol have since reopened, the investigation is ongoing, with authorities continuing to seek information from the public to aid in their efforts. The Wyoming Highway Patrol and local law enforcement praised the public's cooperation during the event and have promised to release more details as they become available.