Capitol Hill

“UPDATE: Suspect in custody ” “This is an active bomb threat investigation.”

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“UPDATE: Suspect in custody

“Update: MPD is still actively clearing the vehicle related to the active bomb threat near the Library of Congress. Once it is safe for residents to return to their homes, we will provide an update. Thank you all for your patience during this critical incident.”

From AlertDC:

“The US Capitol Police and MPD are responding to a suspicious vehicle near the Library of Congress at First Street and Independence Avenue SE. This is an active bomb threat investigation. Please continue to avoid the area around the Library of Congress.”

From US Capitol Police: “The USCP is responding to a suspicious vehicle near the Library of Congress.”

From MPD:

“MPD is currently canvassing the neighborhood asking residents between 2nd Street SE to 4th Street SE and A Street SE to Independence Ave SE to evacuate outside of that area.

We will update once the area is cleared for return.”