UPDATE: A tense standoff in Addison, Illinois, has concluded with a suspect taken into custody after he fired shots at police. The incident began shortly before 11 a.m. on Thursday, when a man barricaded himself inside a home on the 200 block of East La Porte Avenue and threatened officers during a 911 call.
Authorities received the alarming call from the suspect, who claimed he needed police assistance to find his dogs. He then warned that if officers did not respond, he would take matters into his own hands. Shortly after, he blocked the street with a white SUV, set items on fire, and eventually opened fire on responding officers.
In response to this unfolding crisis, police established a shelter-in-place order for residents in the area, while nearby schools, including Addison Trail High School and Addison School District 4, implemented heightened security measures. The high school was placed in a ‘secure’ status, adjusting dismissal protocols to ensure student safety. Parents were asked to pick up walking students directly from the school.
The situation escalated quickly, prompting the deployment of additional support from the Northern Illinois Police Alarm System SWAT team and the DuPage County Metropolitan Emergency Response & Investigations Team Task Force. Around 3:30 p.m., police confirmed that the suspect was in custody, and thankfully, no civilians were harmed. However, some police officers sustained minor injuries and were transported to a local hospital.
As the community breathes a sigh of relief, officials are urging residents to remain aware of their surroundings. The shelter-in-place order has been lifted, but authorities advise caution as they continue to assess the situation.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability of such events and the importance of community safety measures. The situation was resolved without significant injuries, showcasing the swift response of local law enforcement.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as authorities conduct a thorough investigation into the events that transpired today in Addison.
