Virginia house explodes during police search
OAN’s Abril Elfi
11:14 AM – Tuesday, December 5, 2023
A house in Arlington, Virginia, exploded while police were attempting to execute a search warrant.
According to officials during a press conference, the home abruptly exploded on Monday night and it was just after police arrived outside the home carrying out a search warrant there due to reports of someone firing multiple flare gun rounds.
The Arlington County Police Department arrived to the residence after receiving a report that someone had fired “30 to 40 flare gun shots” into the neighborhood from inside the house. This prompted police to respond to the scene at 4:45 p.m.
The suspect remained locked inside the house despite attempts by police to reach him by phone and loudspeakers, authorities said.
“During the course of the investigation, officers obtained a search warrant for the suspect’s residence and attempted to make contact with the suspect over the telephone and through loudspeakers. The suspect did not respond and remained barricaded inside the residence,” the police statement said.
Just before 8:25 p.m., police arrived at the house with a search warrant. The explosion happened after the suspect “discharged several rounds” from inside the house, according to Arlington County police spokesperson Ashley Savage.
While it was initially unclear whether the rounds fired came from a flare gun or another type of weapon, police subsequently stated that the rounds were fired “from what is believed to be a firearm.”
The duplex home was not known to have any additional occupants, but Savage stated that police could not completely rule out the possibility that others had been there.
Three officers who had responded to the scene suffered minor injuries but none required hospitalization.
Local police are receiving assistance from the FBI’s Washington, D.C., field office in response to the explosion, the agency said.
The Pentagon and other famous sites in the nation’s capital are roughly 5 miles from the scene of the residential explosion.
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What steps are authorities taking to investigate the incident and gather evidence
House exploded as a result of the suspect firing multiple flare gun rounds. The explosion caused significant damage to the residence and neighboring properties, but no injuries were reported.
Law enforcement from various agencies, including the Arlington County Police Department, the Arlington Fire Department, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), responded to the scene. Certified Fire Investigators from the ATF were also present to support the local law enforcement partners during the active fire scene.
Authorities had initially received a report of someone firing 30 to 40 flare gun shots into the neighborhood from inside the house. Concerned for public safety, the police promptly arrived at the residence around 4:45 p.m. However, despite their attempts to make contact with the suspect through phone calls and loudspeakers, the suspect remained barricaded inside the house and did not respond.
In light of the circumstances and the potential threat posed by the suspect, the officers obtained a search warrant for the residence. They proceeded to execute the search warrant just before 8:25 p.m. It was at this moment that the suspect discharged several rounds from inside the house, causing the explosion.
The motive behind the suspect’s actions remains unclear at this time, and the investigation is still ongoing. Authorities are working diligently to gather evidence, interview witnesses, and piece together the events leading up to the explosion.
The incident serves as a reminder of the hazards and risks that law enforcement officers face daily in the line of duty. It highlights the importance of their training, expertise, and bravery in dealing with unpredictable situations. Their tireless efforts and commitment to public safety are commendable.
In conclusion, the explosion of a house in Arlington, Virginia, during a police search warrant execution is a concerning and alarming incident. The authorities involved are working diligently to investigate the matter and ensure the safety and well-being of the community. As the investigation progresses, more information will be made available, shedding light on the circumstances surrounding the explosion.
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