Dallas police are investigating a suspicious package Tuesday morning in the 900 block of Pacific Avenue, prompting road closures, major traffic delays and widespread disruptions to public transit in downtown.
Authorities are urging drivers to avoid the area as officers work the scene. Significant delays are expected, and commuters are advised to take alternate routes.
For those traveling through downtown, officials recommend using Ross Avenue or Commerce Street for east-west travel, and Griffin Street or Houston Street for north-south routes.
Public transportation has also been impacted. Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) said bus and rail passengers should expect delays due to police activity in the downtown area.
The CBD West Transfer Center and West End Station are currently closed. Trains are turning back at Pearl/Arts District, Deep Ellum, Victory and EBJ Union stations.
Shuttle buses are available to assist passengers traveling through downtown, and riders are encouraged to look for DART staff on platforms for assistance.
Police have not released details about the nature of the package.
The investigation remains ongoing, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.