UPDATE 3: Police say the situation is now under control. No injuries were reported and Philadelphia Road has been reopened.
UPDATE 2: Police have established a perimeter around the home in question and officers are communicating with the armed individual inside. No injuries have been reported at this time.
UPDATE: There are unconfirmed reports that this is now a stand-off situation and that a hostage negotiator has been summoned. Working to confirm.
Original story below…
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A main White Marsh artery has been shut down while police investigate reports of an armed individual.
Police officials say that Route 7 has been shut down at New Forge Road after reports came in of a possible armed subject in the 11500-block of Philadelphia Road.
Authorities are emphasizing that this is not an active shooter situation.
Officers are attempting to assess the situation and make contact.
Motorists should avoid the area.
