Armenia: Security incident at police station in Nor Nork area of Yerevan concludes March 24 after all suspects detained /update 1

A security incident at a police station in Nor Nork area of Yerevan has concluded March 24 after security personnel detained all suspects. According to reports, three members of a paramilitary organization stormed the police station, demanding the release fellow members detained there. A grenade explosion occurred in the courtyard of the police building, wounding two of the assailants, who were subsequently detained by security personnel. Shortly following that, security personnel entered the building and detained the remaining assailant. Further details on additional casualties are unconfirmed.

Officials will almost certainly maintain heightened security in the area until investigations conclude. Authorities may close nearby roadways, causing localized transport disruptions.