MIAMI (VINnews) — A man was detained Wednesday after firing several shots outside the entrance doors of Miami International Airport, authorities said.

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The gunfire was reported at about 4:05 p.m. near the airport terminal, prompting Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies and other law enforcement officers to respond.

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According to authorities, the man fired several rounds toward the ground or a garbage can in the area just outside the airport’s doors. He was taken into custody near the scene and detained for questioning.

The incident prompted authorities to shut down departure lanes and parts of the outer roadway as deputies investigated. The area outside the terminal was blocked off with crime scene tape.

Video showed deputies subduing the man near a police vehicle and placing him in handcuffs.

Authorities said there was no active shooter and no ongoing threat to the public. No injuries were reported, and all passengers and airport employees were safe.

The affected roadways were reopened later Wednesday after deputies gave the all-clear.

The investigation remains ongoing.