Man in custody after claiming to have explosive device near Joint Base Andrews' main gate, officials say Andrews Air Force Base security forces continue to assess the situation. All roads have since reopened for traffic, officials say. Author: Jonathan Franklin (WUSA9) Updated: 10:19 PM EDT May 14, 2021 JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. — Prince George’s County police said they’re assisting military personnel at an incident outside the main gate at Andrews Air Force Base on Friday. According to officials, an individual in a vehicle drove up to the main gate of Joint Base Andrews around at around 4:45 pm and told base security forces that he had a bomb in his vehicle. Following procedure, base security forces personnel shut down the main gate and cleared the area of all personnel. The individual was taken into custody and was questioned by base security forces and partner law enforcement agencies.