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SWAT Standoff Shuts Midway Drive as Police Confront Barricaded Suspect

Police report an evacuation at the motel with few details released about the person inside.

Overview

  • Officers responded late Wednesday morning to reports of a possibly armed person barricaded inside a room at 3325 Midway Drive in the Midway District.
  • The motel was cleared of occupants, and a SWAT team was called after the person refused to exit.
  • Midway Drive was closed in both directions between East Drive and Wing Street, with SDPD urging drivers to use alternate routes.
  • SDPD posted the traffic advisory on X at 11:59 a.m., and no injuries were reported as of 12:30 p.m.
  • Police said the situation remained active Wednesday afternoon, with updates to follow as more information becomes available.