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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
‘I was really terrified': Residents react after police arrest gunman following shootout in St George
ST. GEORGE, Utah () — A suspect is in custody after an active shooter threat in a St George neighborhood. UPDATE 6:20 p.m.: St George Police Department has closed 3000 E from 2930 S. to Seegmiller Drive while they conduct an investigation and advises individuals to use alternate routes. The incident happened around 4 p.m., near 3000 E Seegmiller Drive. St. George Police Department, and several Washington County resources, including the Sheriff's Office, SWAT teams, and negotiation teams, responded. Residents reported hearing a significant number of gunshots and having to decide between staying in place or evacuating. 'We just locked our doors and would just peek out; there were tons of shots going back and forth,' said one resident, who took in several neighbor kids as they were evacuated from their homes. Another resident reported hearing at least 65 shots exchanged. Residents stayed in close contact during the incident, communicating over text and telling neighbors to stay inside. Another resident, a young kid, said, 'I was really terrified, I was stressed', and recalled 'sprinting' to his neighbor's home. His family was one of several asked to evacuate. When they were allowed back in their home, they found a shot had gone through one of their windows. Chief Kyle Whitehead, with the St George Police Department (SGPD), said that a single individual barricaded himself in his home and begun to shoot police officers. The officers returned fire. There have been no reported injuries. A fire started inside the home and the suspect exited to the backyard, where he later surrendered to police and was taken into custody. Police believe there is no longer an active threat to residents in the area. Additionally, a significant amount of smoke could be seen near the home, as well as visible flames. On-scene reporters and residents all experienced burning in their throat, possibly due to tear gas. One resident watched as the home caught fire but didn't realize it was more than smoke until his throat and eyes started burning. While many residents agreed that their community is 'tight knit', they were not surprised that the suspect was involved in the incident. Allegedly, this was not a first-time offense with the suspect, whose identity has not yet been confirmed. Residents report that he had previously shot into the street and had a history of outbursts. Police will be investigating this as an officer-involved critical incident. Cannon Secrist and Joseph DeGolyer contributed to this report This is a developing story. ABC4 will update this post as new information becomes available. President Trump sets August 1st date for more tariffs LDS Church joins interfaith initiative to protect forests in Peru Two men charged after fight in Holladay, one 'headbutted' an officer, charges say Rand Paul pans Trump's 'haphazard' tariff against Brazil over Bolsonaro trial The Perfect Summer Potluck Side Dish -Lumberjack Baked Beans Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Man arrested in connection with active shooter standoff in St. George
Support for victims and survivors of domestic violence is available 24/7: 1-800-897-LINK (5465). If you or someone else is in immediate danger, or in an emergency, please call 911 immediately. ST. GEORGE, Utah () — The man taken into custody in St. George has been booked into the Washington County Jail. Benjamin Hansen, 41, was booked into the Washington County Jail and is facing four counts of second-degree felony attempted aggravated murder, one count of third-degree felony discharge of a firearm, and misdemeanor criminal recklessly endanger human life, possession of a dangerous weapon with criminal intent, and carrying a dangerous weapon while under the influence. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Police arrest gunman after shootout with officers in St George At around 4 p.m. on July 8, St. George Police officers responded to an active shooter threat near 3000 E Seegmiller Drive. According to the police, a single individual, identified as Hansen, barricaded himself in his home and began to shoot at police officers. Officers returned fire, but no injuries were reported. According to court documents, Hansen allegedly fired over 150 rounds toward four officers during the incident. The officers reported being forced behind their patrol vehicles to take cover, adding that if they had not, they likely would have been struck by the gunfire. A fire started inside the home at one point during the standoff, and police said that Hansen fled to the backyard and where he refused to cooperate with police. A police report said a taser was required to take Hansen safely into custody. The incident reportedly started after Hansen and a victim he lived with got into an argument, and he relapsed into drinking alcohol. After being taken into custody, Hansen allegedly admitted to knowing he was shooting toward officers and firing at least one round in the house while the victim was inside. Family releases statement on Saratoga Springs homicide where woman, 8-year-old were killed An investigation into the shooting is ongoing and detectives indicate that Hansen could face additional felony charges. was able to determine through court records that Hansen has a history of aggravated assault and domestic violence. He also has a history of mental health issues. A protective order was filed against him in 2020, but the documents related to the protective order are not available to the public. In 2024, Hansen was arrested and charged with aggravated assault (a third degree felony), domestic violence in the presence of a child (a class B misdemeanor), and damage to a communication device (a class B misdemeanor). According to the probable cause statement, in March 2024, officers were dispatched to Hansen's home. Reportedly, Hansen was delusional and 'hadn't slept in two months.' Hansen's wife reported the incident to police and stated that he grabbed her by the neck and pushed her against the wall. Police also learned that there had been a similar fight the week before, where Hansen was 'somewhat' delusional and 'tried to point out things in pictures that were not there.' Hansen's wife told police that he pushed her towards the garage and then into the bathroom, knocking off the toilet paper dispenser from the wall and the door stop from the door in the process. Police found evidence that he choked her with his arm around her neck, though the wife stated that it restricted her airway 'for only a second.' Their child was present and was screaming and crying. Hansen's wife told Hansen that she was going to call the police, and reportedly, Hansen grabbed the phone from her. She then ran to the neighbors to try to get help, but no one answered. When she returned, she found her phone, called the police, and locked herself and their child in a room until police arrived. Hansen fled the scene when police arrived, but officers were able to locate him and take him into custody. Hansen ultimately pleaded guilty in abeyance, which means that he plead guilty without receiving a conviction, as long as he fulfilled the conditions of the plea agreement. Part of that agreement included community service. Delta brings new nonstop service to South America from Salt Lake International Airport Record-breaking 1,750 anglers complete 'Utah Cutthroat Slam' competition President Trump heads to Texas A pleasant, seasonal close to the work week for Utah's weather Two boys airlifted to Salt Lake City hospital after being tossed from pickup truck in Duchesne County Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
SBS Australia
5 days ago
- SBS Australia
Mobile shop owned by a Nepali man in Sydney allegedly burgled; NSW Police on the case
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