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Police respond to possible hostage situation near 27th St

Heard on: Baltimore City Police Northern District
04:19
00:00
Hey, my supervisor also said he might have a knife, but they're trying to find out what room he's in.
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E 27th St & Mathews St, Baltimore, MD 21218
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As discussed during the dispatch call, officers in Baltimore responded to a reported hostage situation at a residence near East 27th Street and Mathews Street. A male suspect, described as possibly armed with a knife, was reportedly holding several occupants downstairs and refusing to let them leave. Police units coordinated nearby streets and requested backup as they approached. The situation involved verbal threats and possible assault, and responders worked to safely apprehend the suspect.

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