Pentagon City Mall evcauted following ‘suspicious vehicle’ report, police say – WTOP News

Arlington County, Virginia, police have evacuated the Pentagon City Mall as they investigate reports of a suspicious vehicle in the area.

According to spokesperson Ashley Savage, the incident started around 7:30 p.m. at the shopping center. Shortly after police got the report, the mall was evacuated.

Anyone planning to travel should avoid the area while the investigation is underway. As of 9 p.m., officials reported a large police presence in the area.

POLICE ACTIVITY: ACPD is investigating a suspicious vehicle parked inside a parking garage in the 800 block of Army Navy Drive. Access to the garage is restricted as police investigate. Expect continued police activity in the area. pic.twitter.com/I56j10Br3k

— ArlingtonCountyPD (@ArlingtonVaPD) June 2, 2024

This is a developing story. WTOP’s Terik King contributed to this report.

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