September 7, 2023 in Regional, Top Stories

MAN IN CUSTODY AFTER BARRICADE SITUATION AT APARTMENT IN OAK RIDGE

OAK RIDGE, Tenn. – A man is in custody following a barricade situation at the Tara Hills Apartment complex on Edinboro Lane in Oak Ridge on Wednesday.

Glen Duncan, 28, of Oak Ridge has been taken into custody on charges including aggravated domestic assault and possession of a prohibited weapon.

At 11 a.m. Wednesday, a call was received by the City of Oak Ridge Emergency Communications Center regarding a family disturbance in the Tara Hills Apartment complex. Oak Ridge Police learned that an adult male allegedly made threats.

Police and SWAT formed a perimeter and negotiators then attempted to make contact with the man for hours. At 2:47 p.m., crisis negotiators were able to speak with Duncan and SWAT took him into custody peacefully.

“The safety of everyone involved and surrounding residents was a priority to us,” ORPD Chief Robin Smith said. “Residents in the building were evacuated and we appreciate their cooperation during the situation.”

The Oak Ridge Fire Department, Oak Ridge Public Works, and Anderson County EMS supported Oak Ridge Police on the scene.

Duncan will be arraigned at the Anderson County Detention Center.

 



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