Stephen Hasner | | April 16, 2024
In a security incident at the FBI’s Atlanta office, an unidentified driver reportedly attempted to gain unauthorized entry by ramming their vehicle into the facility’s front gate on Monday. The episode unfolded in the suburban area of Chamblee, just after the noon hour.
The aggressive maneuver was initiated when the driver followed another vehicle trying to pass through the gate that provides access to the FBI campus. Alert to the intrusion, security measures in place effectively stopped the suspect from breaching the compound. FBI personnel, including several special agents who were nearby, responded swiftly and apprehended the individual without any resulting injuries.
The man, confirmed to have no associations with the FBI facility, was subsequently detained and transported to a local hospital in Atlanta for evaluation. Officials are weighing potential charges at both state and federal levels in relation to the event.
As part of their standard operating procedures in such situations, FBI agents and bomb technicians scrutinized the vehicle thoroughly. This examination was described as a routine precautionary measure to ensure the safety and security of the facility and its personnel.
Captured on video, the aftermath of the incident showed an SUV with a visibly damaged hood pressed against a retractable barrier within the premises of the front entrance. Later in the afternoon, the damaged vehicle was removed from the scene by a tow truck.
Source: Yahoo News Australia