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Monelison Volunteer Fire Department Responds to Suspicious Package at Walmart
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By Monelison Volunteer Fire Department
March 12, 2025

Madison Heights, VA, March 11, 2025 – On the evening of March 11, 2025, at approximately 9:31 PM, the Monelison Volunteer Fire Department responded to a report of a suspicious package at the Walmart located in Madison Heights.

Units dispatched to the scene included Engine 21, Squad 21, Engine 22, and Chief 2. The Monelison Volunteer Fire Department was joined by Amherst Fire & EMS, the Amherst Sheriff’s Office, and the Virginia State Police.

Upon arrival, Monelison Fire units assisted law enforcement with the evacuation of the store and the prevention of vehicles entering the parking lot. The suspicious package was discovered by a Walmart employee and was subsequently handled by law enforcement authorities.

The Monelison Volunteer Fire Department is committed to ensuring the safety and security of our community. We extend our gratitude to all the responding agencies for their swift and coordinated efforts.

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