On March 19, 2025, a barricade incident occurred outside the CIA headquarters in McLean, Virginia, prompting a significant law enforcement response. Fairfax County police, along with FBI resources including the Washington Field Office's National Capital Response Squad, were deployed after reports surfaced of an armed man near the facility. The incident began around 11 a.m. EDT when the man, whose identity was not disclosed, was spotted with what appeared to be a handgun. This led to the closure of Route 123 (Dolley Madison Boulevard) in both directions for over five hours. After hours of negotiations, the suspect surrendered peacefully to Fairfax County police negotiators and was taken into custody around 3:30 p.m. EDT. The CIA confirmed the incident occurred outside its headquarters but provided no further details on the motive or circumstances, stating only that law enforcement handled the situation. The standoff caused significant traffic disruptions, and while initial reports speculated the man might have been experiencing a mental health crisis, no official confirmation was provided. The incident was resolved without any reported injuries or additional incidents.
