Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Thanksgiving celebration took an unexpected turn when law enforcement officers arrived at his Los Angeles-area home to investigate a possible bomb threat. Police searched the ‘Terminator’ star’s property on Thursday following reports that explosives were allegedly planted in his mailbox.
According to TMZ, the Los Angeles Police Department received a call about a bomb threat targeting Schwarzenegger’s mailbox. Authorities responded immediately, but no explosive devices were found on the property. At the time, the 77-year-old actor was reportedly working out, and his security team assured the police that such an incident would be almost impossible due to the home’s 24/7 surveillance and monitored security systems.
Law enforcement has classified the incident as possible swatting – an act of making a false emergency call to draw police to a specific location. No arrests have been made, and Schwarzenegger’s representatives have not commented on the case.
Despite the scare, Schwarzenegger’s Thanksgiving week wasn’t completely chaotic. A few days ago, the actor teamed up with his “True Lies” co-star Tom Arnold to distribute over 1,000 turkeys, tortillas and produce to needy families at the Hollenbeck Youth Center in Los Angeles. Schwarzenegger has participated in this annual tradition for over 40 years, reflecting on his first Thanksgiving in America as an immigrant and the spirit of generosity he experienced.
In an interview with Boyle Heights Beat, Schwarzenegger shared, “When I came to America in 1968, I didn’t even know what Thanksgiving was… but people from the gym would bring sheets, silverware, utensils and food. Came to my empty apartment with. He explained how this act of kindness inspired his lifelong commitment to giving back during the holiday season.
Although a bomb scare added some tension to Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Thanksgiving celebration, it did not affect his dedication to community and gratitude. The actor’s thoughts on his early experiences in America and his ongoing efforts to help others are a reminder of the true spirit of the holiday season.
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