UPDATE: Volatile Wisconsin standoff ends after roughly 36 hours, suspect in custody
According to the Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office, the suspect who was reportedly heavily armed inside his Fredonia residence near Fox Glen Road was finally taken into custody around 11:30 a.m. on May 10.
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It was noted that there is no longer a threat to the public, however, local roads are still closed as the scene is still considered active while law enforcement continues the investigation.
'Thank you to the Village of Fredonia for your support during this incident,' the Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office's latest post concluded.
Local 5 will continue to follow this story and provide updates when new information is released.
FREDONIA, Wis. (WFRV) – A volatile standoff in southeastern Wisconsin has now reached roughly 36 hours as authorities say the suspect is heavily armed and is allegedly threatening to kill officers.
Authorities with the Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office have provided an update to the now multi-day standoff in the Village of Fredonia after hours of negotiations and tactical resources have been unsuccessful in de-escalating the situation.
Deputies have since provided some clarity and updates as to how the dangerous situation unfolded, saying it began around 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, when Fredonia residents reported hearing multiple gunshots throughout the day.
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After deputies began to monitor the area of Fox Glen Road, no gunshots were heard. However, around 10:30 p.m., the suspected homeowner was contacted, and they admitted to playing loud music and firing weapons from their home.
The suspect then allegedly stated that he was 'going to continue playing music, and if anyone came to his residence, he would shoot them.' Shortly after that call, deputies reportedly heard multiple gunshots coming from the home.
After further investigation, deputies determined that he had been firing several different guns in unknown directions, including an automatic rifle, which posed a significant threat to those in the area.
In the following hours since the standoff began, deputies have reported the suspect to have made several explicit threats toward law enforcement, allegedly saying 'he'd go full auto' and 'kill anyone who approached.' Deputies say that he had even aimed a rifle at law enforcement armored vehicle at the scene 'multiple times.'
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Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office's latest update was sent out at 6:20 a.m. on Saturday, May 10, roughly 36 hours since the standoff began.
Throughout those hours, multiple agencies and SWAT teams have been working in shifts, including the Washington County and Milwaukee County SWAT teams.
Safety remains the top priority and we will continue to be patient until we can safely end the situation. We're continuing to urge residents to stay away from this area or remain in your homes. Thank you for your cooperation. Officers are employing every available resource and tactical approach to bring the situation to a peaceful and safe resolution. We recognize the seriousness of this situation and are proceeding with caution, patience, and perseverance. The public is urged to avoid the area while authorities work to stabilize and resolve the incident.
Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office
Assisting the Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office are:
Washington County Sheriff's Office SWAT
Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office SWAT and EOD
Port Washington Police Department
Saukville Police Department
Wisconsin State Patrol
Ozaukee County Emergency Management
Fredonia Marshal
Cedarburg Police Department
Port Washington Fire Rescue Task Force
Ozaukee Central Fire Rescue Task Force
Fredonia Fire Department
Port Washington Fire Department
Waubeka Fire Department
Belgium Fire Department
Local 5 will continue to follow this story and provide updates when new information is released.
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