Several Ill After Suspicious Package Delivered to Joint Base Andrews
Multiple individuals fell ill following the delivery of a suspicious package containing white powder and political propaganda to a US military base in Maryland, according to investigative sources.
Incident Details
The package was received and opened on Thursday inside a building housing the Air National Guard Readiness Center at Joint Base Andrews, near Washington, DC.
“As a precaution, the building and connecting building were evacuated, and a cordon was established around the area,” CNN reported, citing a statement from Joint Base Andrews.
First responders were dispatched and determined there were no immediate threats. The scene was subsequently handed over to the Office of Special Investigations.
Substance and Health Response
Sources close to the investigation confirmed the package contained a white powder, though the substance's nature remains unclear. A HAZMAT team conducted an initial field test and found no hazardous materials.
Several people were transported to the Malcolm Grow Medical Center on base after exposure to the package, but their exact conditions were not disclosed.
Investigation of Political Propaganda
Authorities are also examining the political propaganda included in the package; however, no additional information has been provided by sources.
“Joint Base Andrews first responders were dispatched to the scene, determined there were no immediate threats, and have turned the scene over to Office of Special Investigations.”
Author's summary: A suspicious package containing white powder and political materials led to evacuations and medical response at Joint Base Andrews, with investigations ongoing into the substance and motives.