Alexandria, LA (8/12/2024) – Authorities have issued an urgent public safety alert. A suspicious package was found at the Dollar General on Bringhurst Street. This discovery has prompted significant road closures in the area.
Affected roads include the stretch east from Lee Street and Hardtner Street to Bringhurst Street and McGinnis Street. North on Bringhurst Street from McGinnis to Lee Street and Bolton Avenue is also closed. Additionally, Lee Street is closed east to 16th Street.
The Alexandria Police Department is actively investigating the situation. They urge the public to avoid these areas and seek alternative routes.
This situation remains fluid. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
For those with information about this incident, please contact the Alexandria Police Detective Division at (318) 441-6416. Tips can also be submitted via email to [email protected].
For anonymous tips leading to a cash reward, contact Crime Stoppers of CenLa at (318) 443-7867. The Crime Stoppers P3 Tipster App is also available for secure tip submission at www.p3tips.com/community/mobile.
Stay alert and follow official advisories regarding the Alexandria suspicious package alert.
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