A heavy police presence prompted a lockdown of Albany City Hall and the Linn County Circuit Court on Monday morning, with authorities urging the public to stay clear of the downtown area.
According to Albany police, both buildings — located across from each other on Southwest 4th Avenue — were secured as officers responded to an unfolding situation. Officials have not released details about what led to the lockdown.
Traffic in the area was diverted as multiple law enforcement agencies responded. Witnesses reported seeing drones deployed overhead, monitoring the scene from above.
Police have provided limited information so far, with a spokesperson declining to comment further on the nature of the incident.
The situation remains active, and authorities say updates will be provided as more details become available.
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