Multiple People Fall Ill After Suspicious Package Opened at Joint Base Andrews
Multiple individuals became ill after opening a suspicious package received at Joint Base Andrews on November 7. The military facility in Maryland received the package on Thursday, confirmed by both a base spokesperson and media outlets.
As a safety measure, the affected building and an adjacent structure were evacuated, and authorities established a security perimeter around the area.
"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. An investigation is currently ongoing."
Matt Ebarb, spokesperson for the 316th Wing of the U.S. Air Force at the base, stated in an email to Axios that several people fell ill but were promptly assessed and treated by base medical personnel.
"They were evaluated and treated by JBA medical personnel, determined to be in stable condition and released today."
Officials confirmed there is no ongoing threat, and normal operations at Joint Base Andrews have resumed.
Summary
The suspicious package incident at Joint Base Andrews caused illness among several people, who have since been treated and released, with investigations underway and no current danger reported.