Peoria, IL – A 25-year-old man was taken into custody Monday afternoon following a tense four-hour standoff with police on the city’s north side.
According to the Peoria Police Department, officers responded at approximately 4:50 p.m. to the 3000 block of North Woodbine Avenue after receiving reports of a man armed with a knife. Upon arrival, officers determined the suspect, identified as Jacob Hudson, had barricaded himself inside a residence. Police said Hudson was armed and had allegedly poured a flammable liquid throughout the home.
Crisis negotiators worked for several hours to de-escalate the situation. Authorities said Hudson eventually exited the residence and surrendered peacefully. He was taken into custody without incident and transported to a local hospital for evaluation. No injuries were reported.
Police are encouraging anyone with information related to violent crimes to contact the Peoria Police Department at 309-673-4521. Anonymous tips can be submitted via tip411 or by calling Crime Stoppers at 309-673-9000.
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