WYTHEVILLE, Va. – UPDATE:
The area has been cleared, according to Wytheville Police Department. The area has been designated as safe and open to travel.
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ORIGINAL STORY:
A Virginia State Police Bomb Technician is preparing to inspect a “suspicious package” in Wytheville, Wytheville Police Department said.
WPD said the area around Longview Village Apartments has been closed off following reports of a “suspicious package.” Residents have been made aware of the situation.
Authorities said that Wytheville Police, Wytheville Fire and Rescue, Wythe County Emergency Services are on the scene, and a Virginia State Police Bomb Technician will be inspecting the package.
We will update you with more information as it becomes available.