The Williamsport Bureau of Police said Monday, Oct. 12, that an incident prompting a public safety warning in the 2200 block of Newberry Street had been resolved and the suspect was in custody. The bureau said the Pennsylvania State Police was handling the arrest.
Earlier, the bureau had urged the public to avoid the area because of an active situation involving state police and Williamsport police, according to its announcement. The bureau said the area was safe for the public to return to after the incident was resolved.
The bureau thanked the community for its cooperation and assistance, according to the announcement. The notice was created at 7:28 a.m. on Oct. 12 and updated at 2:02 p.m., the bureau’s Crimewatch posting states. It identifies the location as 2226 Newberry St., Williamsport, PA 17701, and lists the Williamsport Bureau of Police contact number as 570-327-7560.