LIVE: CIA headquarters barricade incident; SWAT, police on scene
By Sylvia Mphofe | Updated March 19, 2025 11:41am EDT | Crime and Public Safety | FOX 5 DC |

The Brief
• A reported barricade incident at CIA headquarters has prompted a large police presence in McLean, VA.
• According to Fairfax County police, multiple roads have been shutdown and drivers are advised to seek alternative routes.
• This remains an ongoing investigation.

FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. - A barricade incident at CIA headquarters in McLean, VA has prompted a large police presence in the area.

What we know:
There appears to be a SWAT team, Arlington County, and Fairfax County officials on the scene gearing up, along with other officials gearing down. A bomb squad also appears to be on the scene as well, it is unconfirmed if there is a bomb in the area.

According to Fairfax County police, Dolley Madison Blvd is shut down in both directions between Georgetown Park and Savile Lane because of a barricade incident.

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