Mecklenburg County officials are speaking out after an unusual disruption during Tuesday night’s Board of County Commissioners meeting.

According to county leaders, an individual released bugs into the meeting room, prompting their removal from the premises shortly afterward.

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In a statement issued following the incident, the county condemned the behavior and emphasized the importance of maintaining order during public meetings.

Officials did not provide further details about the individual involved or the type of bugs released.