The Walmart in Brockville, Ontario, was evacuated three times between April 26 and April 29, 2026, following a series of bomb and shooting threats. Local authorities confirmed that all three incidents were hoaxes, as thorough searches of the property yielded no explosive devices or weapons.
The first two incidents occurred on Sunday, April 26. Police responded to a bomb threat at 4:30 p.m., followed by a second call at 8 p.m. threatening a shooting at the store. Investigators believe both calls came from the same person. During the initial response, the Brockville Police Service consulted with the Ontario Provincial Police Explosive Disposal Unit to ensure the safety of the site. A third threat was received on April 29 at approximately 8:30 p.m., which specifically mentioned a device located near the store’s propane tank exchange area.
The Brockville Police Service is currently investigating whether these incidents are part of a larger, organized scheme or the work of a local copycat. According to Inspector Darryl Boyd, tracing the origin of these calls is difficult because individuals often use Voice over IP technology or virtual private networks to conceal their identity and location. These incidents in Brockville mirror a broader pattern of threats reported at retail locations across North America throughout late April 2026.
Following the third evacuation, the store reopened on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Police continue to monitor the situation and are encouraging anyone with information regarding these threats to contact them at 613-342-0127.
