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Virginia Beach courthouse reopens after lockdown; Woman in custody: Sheriff's Office

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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The Virginia Beach courthouse has re-opened after an active threat in the Municipal Center just before 11:30 a.m.

The sheriff's office says Virginia Beach police have taken a woman into custody.

A spokesperson for the police department told News 3 that an armed woman was in the vicinity of the courthouse threatening to harm herself.

There were no reports of any injuries.

Stay with News 3 for updates.