TROY, Mo. — The Lincoln County Prosecuting Attorney's Office charged Riley Hunt with a Class D felony after he allegedly made terroristic threats inside of a Walmart on Wednesday.
Troy Missouri Police Department responded to a call about a man entering the store and stating that he had a bomb around 6 p.m. Witnesses told police the man ran to the back of the store, then out towards the front door.
Police arrived on the scene, evacuated the area, and conducted an emergency sweep. No explosives were found.
Hunt was not on the scene when police arrived. He was found at his home and taken into custody.
He is currently being held without bond.
This is an ongoing story. Check ksdk.com for updates.
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