(Henry County, Va.) — A threatening message was discovered inside Hanes Brands in Henry County Tuesday afternoon, and resulted in a search of the plant.

Shortly before one p.m., a note was discovered inside the facility on 380 Beaver Creek Drive. Deputies say the message indicated that an explosive device had been placed inside of the facility.

The sheriff’s office brought out bomb sniffing dogs, but no explosives were found. The building and grounds were searched as the Henry County Department of Public Safety and area fire and rescue units were called in as a precautionary measure.

Anyone having information on the incident is asked to contact the Henry County Sheriff’s Office at (276) 638-8751.

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