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Traffic Tied Up As Police Attempt to End VA Barricade Situation Peacefully (Developing)

Traffic is backed up in parts of Virginia as police deal with a barricade situation involving a woman having a mental health crisis in Alexandria.

The incident was reported in the 7400 block of Richmond Highway in Alexandria

The incident was reported in the 7400 block of Richmond Highway in Alexandria

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Officers from the Fairfax County Police Department were called to the 7400 block of Richmond Highway at approximately 12:15 p.m. on Tuesday, March 28, to assist a person in crisis who barricaded herself in a car.

Richmond Highway was closed in both directions while officers attempt to peacefully resolve the situation, according to police.

No additional information was provided by the department.

This is a developing story. Check Daily Voice for updates.

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