The roadway in front of the agency's entrance was shut down and has since reopened
Person in custody after standoff outside CIA headquarters
Law enforcement officials took a man into custody near CIA headquarters in McLean, Virginia, following an hours-long standoff on Wednesday.
A person was arrested Wednesday after an hours-long police standoff near CIA headquarters in McLean, Virginia.
Police shut down part of Dolley Madison Boulevard in both directions due to the "barricade incident," according to the Fairfax County Police Department.
The suspect reportedly surrendered to FCPD negotiators and is in custody, Fox News learned.
Police respond to a "barricade incident" near the CIA headquarters in Virginia, Wednesday, March 19, 2025. (WTTG)
"There is an ongoing incident that law enforcement is currently responding to outside CIA Headquarters," a CIA spokesperson said while the incident was ongoing. "Additional details will be made available as appropriate."
A barricade incident near CIA headquarters has prompted a large police presence in McLean, Virginia. (FOX 5 DC)
Responding agencies included a SWAT team, Arlington County and Fairfax County officials, FOX5 DC reported.
Traffic Alert: Dolley Madison Blvd is shut down in both directions between Georgetown Pk and Savile Ln in McLean for a barricade incident at @CIA HQ. Our Special Operations Division is on scene assisting. Please follow police direction. pic.twitter.com/inNeXP7yqi
— Fairfax County Police (@FairfaxCountyPD) March 19, 2025
No additional details about the barricade incident were immediately provided.
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