Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

peppertree

(21,639 posts)
Sat Aug 14, 2021, 03:44 PM Aug 2021

DC military base locked down until armed man detained

Source: ABC News

A military base in the nation's capital was locked down for about two hours Friday, after an armed man ran onto the grounds during a local police investigation of gunshots on the streets surrounding the base.

A statement from Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling said the man's firearm was discovered after the intrusion, and the intruder himself was detained around 2:45 p.m. during "a thorough sweep of the installation."

The individual, who was not named, was transferred to Washington's Metropolitan Police Department.

The naval support facility at the north end of the base is used by Marine Helicopter Squadron One, the fleet of green helicopters that carry the president and vice president.

Read more: https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/dc-military-base-lockdown-report-armed-person-79443610





A gate at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, in Washington DC.

The base, which hosts the Defense Intelligence Agency Headquarters among other strategic military installations, was put on lockdown after an armed man ran onto the grounds amid gunshots on the streets surrounding the base.
7 replies = new reply since forum marked as read
Highlight: NoneDon't highlight anything 5 newestHighlight 5 most recent replies
DC military base locked down until armed man detained (Original Post) peppertree Aug 2021 OP
The "unidentified individual" wasn't very smart... NurseJackie Aug 2021 #1
Absolutely. Wouldn't be surprised if this was related to 'Reinstatement Day' peppertree Aug 2021 #2
Post removed Post removed Aug 2021 #5
That's Odd... Jim G. Aug 2021 #6
Nice job! marble falls Aug 2021 #7
It happens often there IronLionZion Aug 2021 #3
sounds about right.... getagrip_already Aug 2021 #4

NurseJackie

(42,862 posts)
1. The "unidentified individual" wasn't very smart...
Sat Aug 14, 2021, 04:19 PM
Aug 2021

... or so it seems. Glad they caught him without anyone getting hurt.

peppertree

(21,639 posts)
2. Absolutely. Wouldn't be surprised if this was related to 'Reinstatement Day'
Sat Aug 14, 2021, 04:24 PM
Aug 2021

Of course though, if he thinks Cheeto's about to cover his legal bills - he's sorely mistaken.

Hell, the man never covers his own.

Response to peppertree (Reply #2)

IronLionZion

(45,460 posts)
3. It happens often there
Sat Aug 14, 2021, 04:32 PM
Aug 2021

It is a rough neighborhood and JBAB is walking distance from the Anacostia metro station where one can encounter a motley crew of crazy people, drug dealers, military/contractors, and normal people going to work or school. I worked with a lot of conservative Republican white women and they would always want someone to walk with them to the metro station or parking lot for safety.

getagrip_already

(14,764 posts)
4. sounds about right....
Sat Aug 14, 2021, 05:59 PM
Aug 2021

Get into a gunfight in a public area and run for cover to a park or area with open space.

It didn't say the person entered the facility. Just on the grounds, which could be well outside the fence.

Latest Discussions»Latest Breaking News»DC military base locked d...