Statement directly below from LG Matt Platkin regarding bomb threats and other police activity, followed by a statement by Secretary of State Tahesha Way, who says Law enforcement has investigated and determined that there are no credible threats at this time.

"Early this morning, law enforcement responded to threats that were received by email involving certain polling places in Bergen, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Passaic Counties. Law enforcement officers have responded at each affected polling place, and they have worked swiftly to secure these polling locations and ensure the safety of every voter. Some of these polling locations have already reopened to the public. At others, voters will be directed to a nearby polling location to cast their ballot.

We are grateful to the brave law enforcement officers and the dedicated poll workers who are working tirelessly to ensure everyone’s safety, and we are coordinating closely with our federal and local law enforcement partners.

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 interfere with our elections, and we will swiftly hold accountable anyone who seeks to interfere with the safety or security of our electoral process.

If you identify any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to law enforcement by calling 911."

Lieutenant Governor Tahesha Way, who serves as New Jersey’s chief election official in her capacity as Secretary of State, today issued the following statement in regards to bomb threats made to several polling locations in New Jersey. Law enforcement has investigated and determined that there are no credible threats at this time.

“We are aware of threats made to several polling locations in New Jersey. Law enforcement has determined that there are no credible threats at this time. We are doing everything in our power to protect voters and poll workers and coordinate closely with state, local and federal partners to ensure a smooth and safe election. We encourage every eligible voter to exercise their right to vote before 8:00 p.m. today.”

The New Jersey Division of Elections, together with the Office of the Attorney General and the New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell, is coordinating with federal, state, and local partners to help county election officials respond. County election officials are relying upon their discretion and continuity of operation plans to make necessary safety changes to protect voters and secure our elections, including temporarily relocating polling locations if necessary.

Threats have been sent via email to the following locations:

• • Bergen County
  • Essex County
  • Mercer County
  • Middlesex County
  • Monmouth County
  • Ocean County
  • Passaic County

Residents are reminded to contact 911 in the event of an emergency, and to report any suspicious activity to the NJ Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness at 1-866-4-SAFE-NJ (1-866-472-3365) or at tips@njohsp.gov.