UPDATE: El Paso County Sheriff says a man is in custody after allegedly holding his wife hostage overnight in the Security-Widefield area. 42-year-old Gregory Lorbiecki was arrested early this morning on Harrington Drive.
The suspects wife was found with a gunshot wound inside the home. There is no word on her condition.
A standoff began just before 1 am as a domestic incident. Two teens were able to exit the home safely. Neighbors were evacuated, as negotiations progressed.
Authorities say there is a long history of domestic violence at this house, and the suspect is known to the Sheriff’s Office.
No other details were released.
EL PASO COUNTY, CO – El Paso County Deputies are on the scene of a hostage situation on Harrington Drive in the Security/Widefield area.
It started as a domestic incident just before 1 am. Two teens were able to exit the home safely. A 42-year-old man and a woman are still inside. The male is thought to be armed. Neighbors have been evacuated, and negotiations are underway.
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