Update: Standoff is over in Palm Desert community
Jesus Reyes
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) –
Update 10:00 p.m.: One man is in custody after a police standoff in Palm Desert that started about 4:00 p.m.
The man was taken from the scene by ambulance. Authorities have not released his identity or why he was wanted.
5:14 p.m.: Law enforcement is working to have a wanted suspect surrender at a community in Palm Desert Tuesday afternoon.
There’s a standoff underway near the Canterra Apartments on the 74000 block of E Hovley Lane.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, the incident started at around 3:45 p.m. when deputies responded to the area regarding a wanted suspect.
“Upon arrival, the suspect entered a residence and refused to exit and comply. Deputies are currently on scene attempting to establish communication with the suspect. The Riverside Sheriff’s Office’s Crisis Negotiations Team is also on scene, attempting to negotiate a peaceful surrender,” writes Sergeant Robert Martinez, RSO spokesperson.
Stay with News Channel 3 for any updates.