Authorities dealt with their third local bomb threat in two weeks Sunday morning.

According to Smithville Police Captain Steven Leffew, Smithville Police and Fire Departments were dispatched to Federal Mogul on May 3 just after 3 a.m. to investigate a report of an explosive device at the factory. The factory was immediately evacuated, and the Lebanon Emergency Response Unit was contacted.

A sweep of the factory and grounds was conducted and no threat was found. Lt. Matt Holmes was able to quickly develop two suspects, and the city police department is working with the district attorney’s office to investigate the case. Charges are reportedly pending.

"I would like to extend my appreciation to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Department, deputies Jimmy Martin and Shane Hickman, members of the Smithville Fire Department and DeKalb EMS for their assistance," Leffew said.

City officers at the scene were Leffew, Holmes, Sgt. Travis Bryant and Officer Joey Myers.

Bomb threats were also reported recently at Omega Apparel and DCHS. No explosives were found in either incident.

Leffew said the Smithville Police Department has been approved for training in responding to threats of explosive devices. "As these types of calls continue to increase, I have been in contact with Homeland Security for assistance and coordinated training. The training is hosted by Homeland Security and FEMA. The training is free and includes all travel arrangements, lodging and meals at absolutely no cost to the City of Smithville. The Smithville Police Department is coordinating this training with the Algood Police Department and we will be attending this training together. On behalf of the Smithville Police Department, I would like to thank Mayor Jimmy Poss and Police Commissioner Jason Murphy for their support on this valuable specialized training," Leffew concluded.