As of Sunday evening, Jan. 3, a suspect who made delusional statements regarding explosive devices in the 2100 block of N. Main St. in Blacksburg had been taken into custody and the road had been reopened.
Blacksburg police responded to the scene of the threats shortly after 11 a.m. Sunday. As officers arrived, the suspect fled on foot. A perimeter was established with assistance from officers from the Virginia Tech Police Department, the Christiansburg Police Department, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, and the Virginia State Police.
Investigators from the Virginia State Police Explosives Unit also responded to the scene and checked out the subject’s vehicle and the surrounding area.
About two hours after he fled the scene, the subject was taken into custody. Early Sunday evening, officers determined the area was safe and North Main Street was reopened to traffic.
The investigation is ongoing.