Chicago police have captured a Mississippi fugitive after a tense 15-hour standoff near the United Center. Authorities had been searching for the fugitive, who was wanted on multiple charges, including attempted murder.
The standoff began on Wednesday afternoon when police attempted to arrest the fugitive near the United Center. The fugitive fled into a nearby building, where he barricaded himself inside. Negotiators and SWAT teams were called to the scene, and a standoff ensued for over 15 hours.
During the standoff, nearby residents were evacuated from the area as police worked to peacefully resolve the situation. Negotiators were eventually able to convince the fugitive to surrender peacefully, and he was taken into custody without incident.
The Mississippi fugitive is facing multiple charges in connection with the incident, including attempted murder and weapons offenses. He is currently being held in custody awaiting extradition to Mississippi to face the charges against him.
Chicago police commended the work of negotiators and SWAT teams in peacefully resolving the standoff and taking the fugitive into custody without any injuries. The incident near the United Center caused disruptions in the area, but police were able to safely resolve the situation without any harm to residents or officers.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the fugitive or the incident to come forward. They are also reminding the public to report any suspicious activity to law enforcement to help keep the community safe.
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