Illness at US Military Base After Delivery of Suspicious Package
Several people became ill at Joint Base Andrews, a US military base near Washington, after a suspicious package containing an unknown white powder was delivered and opened.
Incident Details
The package was opened inside a building that also houses the Air National Guard Readiness Center. Following the event, the building and an adjacent connecting building were evacuated, and a safety perimeter was set up around the area.
“As a precaution, the building and connecting building (at the base) were evacuated, and a cordon was established around the area.”
Response and Investigation
First responders at Joint Base Andrews arrived promptly and found no immediate threat. The affected individuals were treated at the on-base Malcolm Grove Medical Center. The scene was handed over to the Office of Special Investigations, which is conducting an ongoing investigation into the incident.
“Joint Base Andrews first responders were dispatched to the scene, determined there were no immediate threats, and have turned the scene over to the Office of Special Investigations. An investigation is currently ongoing."
Additional Context
Located in Maryland, Joint Base Andrews is often used by US President Donald Trump to board flights for official engagements.
Author's summary: A suspicious package with white powder caused illness at Joint Base Andrews, triggering evacuations and an investigation, though no immediate threat was found.