In a tense situation that gripped the nation’s capital today, Capitol Police have reopened a Senate office building following a report of an active shooter that now appears to be a false alarm.
Earlier today, the U.S. Capitol Police issued a shelter-in-place order for all individuals inside Senate office buildings after receiving a concerning 911 call reporting a possible active shooter. Officers promptly responded to the scene and launched an intensive search both inside and around the buildings.
U.S. Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger later addressed the media in a press conference, expressing his belief that the call may have been a false alarm. “This may have been a bogus call,” Chief Manger asserted, indicating that the initial report might have been inaccurate or misleading.
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During the incident, the USCP took swift action and urged individuals within the Senate office buildings to take shelter as a precautionary measure. At the time, the department had not confirmed any reports of gunshots, but they were treating the situation with utmost seriousness.
As the situation unfolded, anxiety and concern spread across the city, but the diligent efforts of law enforcement quickly brought the situation under control. With the all-clear given and no credible threat identified, the Senate office building has now been reopened, and normal operations are expected to resume.
Authorities are currently investigating the origin of the 911 call and the circumstances that led to the false report. The incident has underscored the importance of prompt responses and thorough investigations in handling potential security threats at the Capitol.
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