DALLAS-(WBAP/KLIF NEWS)
The Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Dallas was partially evacuated this afternoon due to reports of a suspicious package.
The incident began about 2 o’ clock this afternoon when Veterans Affairs police were conducting an investigation that led them to an employee’s office, where the suspicious package was located. In a statement, the hospital said the package was placed in a manner to cause harm.
The Dallas Police Explosive Ordinance Disposal Unit (EOD) was called to the scene to further investigate and determine whether or not the package was a threat. At approximately 4:30 p.m., the EOD determined the suspicious package did not pose a threat.
The 853 bed hospital is located at 4500 South Lancaster Road in Dallas. According to the Veterans Affairs website, the location has roughly 4700 employees and 1700 volunteers.
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