Barricade situation shuts down Seat Pleasant Drive, residents told to stay indoors

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Published  March 21, 2026 7:27am EDT
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The Brief

    • Police are responding to a barricade situation in Seat Pleasant, Maryland.
    • Officers are trying to communicate with a man inside a home.
    • Residents nearby are being told to stay indoors as the situation unfolds.

SEAT PLEASANT, Md. - Police are responding to a barricade situation in Seat Pleasant, Maryland, in Prince George’s County near Washington, D.C., prompting road closures and safety precautions for nearby residents.

What we know:

Seat Pleasant Police and Prince George’s County Police are on the scene in the 6100 block of Seat Pleasant Drive.

Authorities say they are attempting to communicate with an adult male inside a single-family home. An adult family member is also inside the home.

Officials described the situation as isolated and said there are no reported injuries.

Road closures

Seat Pleasant Drive is currently closed between 70th Place and 71st Avenue, according to police.

Drivers are being urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes.

What we don't know:

It remains unclear what led to the barricade situation or how long it may last.

What's next:

Police say updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

The Source: This article was written using information from Seat Pleasant Police.

Prince George's County