Roads closed by CPD, SWAT at Division and Wells for barricade situation; suspects in custody - WLS-TV

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ByStephanie Wade and the ABC7 Chicago Digital Team via WLS logo

Wednesday, January 11, 2023 12:39AM

CPD, SWAT close Old Town streets during barricade situation

CHICAGO (WLS) -- There is a very large police presence, including a SWAT response, in Old Town, after three suspects barricaded themselves inside an apartment building.

Dozens of police cars with lights active were at the intersection of West Division and North Wells, blocking off the intersection.

Chicago police said Tuesday afternoon Illinois State Police identified a stolen vehicle with multiple people inside. Those people fled into an apartment building at 1140 North Wells Street.

State police said they took a person of interest in custody as well as several firearms also recovered from the scene. Two more suspects were seen being taken into custody by police.

A large police presence, including SWAT teams, remain on scene. No further details have been released.

Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communication officials said Division is closed from Orleans to Wells, and Wells is closed from Division to Hill. Drivers should seek alternate routes.

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