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Tue Nov 7, 2023, 02:37 PM Nov 2023

Capitol police arrest man with AR-15 in park across from Union Station

Capitol police arrest man with AR-15 in park across from Union Station

By FOX 5 DC Digital Team | Published November 7, 2023 1:15PM | Updated 1:20PM | Crime and Public Safety | FOX 5 DC |

WASHINGTON - U.S. Capitol Police have arrested a man with a AR-15 in a park across from Union Station.

Police say there is no reason at this time to believe there is an ongoing threat. No word on any injuries or the identity of the man involved.

There is a heavy police presence in the area. According to police the following road closures are in effect: Columbus Circle between Louisiana and Delaware Avenues, Northeast to D Street between Louisiana and Delaware Avenues, Northeast. Please avoid the area until further notice.

This is an ongoing investigation.
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