Man Threatens Shooting At Merrifield Center: Police

MERRIFIELD, VA—A man is facing charges after threats to shoot up or bomb the Merrifield Center Friday, Dec. 21.

Around 11:40 a.m., Fairfax County Police were notified a man called the Merrifield Crisis Response Center. He reportedly threatened to shoot up the building with an AK-47 or use explosives if he did not talk to somebody.

Officers went to his home, where the man walked outside. Police detained the suspect, who smelled of alcohol. A BB gun was the only item found in a search of his home.

The suspect, identified as Carlos Portillo, 35, of Fairfax, was charged with threats to bomb and drunk in public.

The Fairfax - Falls Church Community Services Board's Merrifield Center offers treatment and services including outpatient services and support, screening and assessment services, and 24/7 emergency services and Merrifield Crisis Response Center.

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