Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Police said negotiators attempted to talk to Miele for nearly two hours in an effort to get him to surrender. Procopio said the suspect continued to flee south on Route 28 into Lawrence and then got on I-495 South with the two State Police cruisers in pursuit. The incident began at around 7 p.m. Tuesday, when Procopio said a State Police sergeant spotted a 2018 BMW sedan occupied by Miele parked outside the Digital Federal Credit Union on Broadway in Methuen. At one point, the suspect threw a ballistic vest and two firearm magazines out of the car, but maintained possession of the handgun inside the vehicle, Procopio said. The standoff took place in Andover near the Andover-Lawrence line. Skip to Main Content OpenCloseMenu Home News COVID Local National Politics Crime Traffic Jobs Sports Red Sox Police then established a perimeter and called in additional state police resources, including a crisis negotiation unit. A driver apparently shot himself inside his vehicle after an hours-long standoff with State Police Tuesday evening on Interstate 495 near the Lawrence-Andover Police were forced to close down both the northbound and southbound sides of I-495, near Interstate 93, as the incident unfolded. Peabody resident Gina Sabella said she witnessed the alarming situation right as it unfolded. North Andover, MA (01845) Today. Omar Soto-Chavira, 22, was arrested after an hours-long standoff. In their 10 years in Andover, Connor and Grimm were at the Boston Marathon Bombing and the Watertown Standoff among many other police actions. 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He pulled his car onto the grassy median near the I-93 interchange and barricaded himself in his car as it was surrounded by police with their guns drawn. Suspect Shoots Self, Ending Andover Standoff, Andover Police Look For Suspect In Pfizer Bomb Threat, Andover Woman Accused Of Driving Wrong Way On I-93, Andover Man Arrested After Driving 107 MPH With Child In Car In NH, MBTA Rules Could Create 2,301 Affordable Units In Andover: Select Board Notebook, New HS Design Raises Accessibility Concerns, Andover Town Manager Proposes $234.8M Budget, AHS Community Member Diagnosed With Tuberculosis, Andover Considers Columbus Day Name Change. Anthony is from Quincy and he faced the police when they started to interrogate him regarding allegations and evidence against him. High 41F. State Police were in a standoff Tuesday evening with an armed suspect who was barricaded inside a vehicle on Interstate 495 near the juncture with I-93 and the Lawrence / Andover border, officials said. Winds light and variable. Miele barricaded himself in a car on the median strip around 7 p.m. As troopers, police and SWAT team members converged, the highway was shut down to traffic for several hours. At about 7:10 p.m., shortly after crossing into Andover, Procopio said the suspect pulled into the grass median, reversed direction of his car, and stopped. 2023 Cox Media Group. Aviation. Other area police departments joined in the procession of police cars. Police reported in an emergency radio broadcast that they had attempted to stop an armed man as he drove on I-495. News helicopter footage showed police with guns drawn and aimed at the car. Justin Constantino, Assistant Director of Community Development, said the grant was initially limited to businesses on Andover Road. "We would also like to thank the citizens of Andover for their outpouring of love and support, this was particularly touching for us and I know it meant the world to Sergeant Connor. Sports. A State Trooper then noticed Miele inside a parkedvehicle outside theDigital Federal Credit Union on Broadway in Methuen just before 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 19, police said. Low 34F. The Anoka County Video shows suspect walking away from Bluestone Bank in Norton. A suspect is missing following a failed police stop in Andover Tuesday, March 23. A man shot himself after barricading himself in a car on Interstate 495 in Andover, forcing Massachusetts State Police to close the highway for nearly two hours Tuesday evening. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Follow Aaron Curtis on Twitter @aselahcurtis. Christopher Huffaker can be reached at 412-265-8353 or chris.huffaker@patch.com. The car was the subject of a police alert issued in connection to multiple bank robberies in southeastern Massachusetts. Sabella watched as police exited their vehicles and stood behind their doors with guns drawn, facing the suspects vehicle. I-495 is closed in both directions in Andover. A man from Quincy fatally shot himself during a late-night standoff with police in Andover, authorities said. We have the highway shut down at this time, Procopio said in a statement at around 8:15 p.m. This is a dynamic situation. Employees reported that an individual dressed in all-black clothing, wearing a black face mask and bulletproof vest attempted to aggressively open the front door of the bank, but the door was locked. Andover High School Building Project Community Survey Goes Live, How We Protect You From Misleading Advertising And Communications, Andover Public Schools Closed Tuesday Due To Anticipated Storm, MA Mobile Sports Betting Start Time Set Ahead Of March Madness, Free MA Community College Outlined In Gov's Budget. To request removal of your name from an arrest report, submit these required items to arrestreports@patch.com. "The Andover Police Department and Chief Patrick Keefe would like to thank NEMLEC, all of the neighboring police departments, and Andover Fire and Rescue for their support throughout this difficult time with K9 Grimms terminal illness and his final ride," the department said after the final ride. She captured video of the incident with her phone. A short time later, the sergeant and a trooper, who responded in a cruiser to assist, attempted to stop the BMW. Maria Lopez said. Police said the suspect pulled into the median and barricaded himself inside the vehicle. A 12-hour standoff remained ongoing Wednesday morning after multiple officers were shot in Kansas City, Missouri, Tuesday night.The Procopio said STOP operators established a strategic position, while department negotiators attempted to engage Miele in conversation for nearly two hours with the goal to persuade him to peacefully surrender. Norton Police Lt. Todd Jackson revealed on Wednesday that Miele is believed to be the same person who attempted to rob a Bluestone Bank on West Main Street in Norton the day before the standoff on I-495. If you want local businesses to participate in all the functions of Andover, its a great reciprocation, said Smith. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. Peabody resident Gina Sabella said she witnessed the alarming situation as police arrived on the scene. The name of the suspect was not revealed by police. An alleged bank robber shot himself after a standoff. The highway began to reopen at around 10:15 p.m., according to MassDOT. Salem & Andover, He has been taken to the hospital for treatment, according to state police. https://t.co/ODkDDsqfLM pic.twitter.com/47Q9KAGSDy. Procopio said the mans condition was not immediately available. The Essex County District Attorney's Office will be leading the investigation into the standoff and shooting, police confirmed Wednesday. We had a smaller sign so there was significant wind damage to it, so it had to be replaced, she said. The void left by the unexpected passing of Grimm will be a difficult time for us to deal with but your support has made this a little easier.". State troopers confirmed Miele was the only person in the vehicle and said no officers were injured in the incident. The standoff, which took place near Route 93, shut down traffic in both directions on I-495. Some MassDOT camera views of the recent standoff on I-495 in Andover pic.twitter.com/TF3eHQig4N. Troopers pulled up to the vehicle and observed the suspect, Miele, holding a handgun to his head, Procopio said. They said there were tactical units on scene, and that theyd shut down I-495 northbound north of Route 93 and I-495 southbound south of Route 28. They drove across the median and they all lined up across the highway, so all the drivers had to stop.. Cloudy with rain developing after midnight. Police said the suspect pulled into the median and barricaded himself inside the vehicle. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular commented articles. Armed suspect shoots himself after hours-long standoff with police on I-495 The standoff took place in Andover near the Andover-Lawrence line. An armed suspect barricaded himself inside his car on I-495 in Andover Tuesday evening. MassDOT By Susannah Sudborough July 19, 2022 Facebook Twitter Email Email 6 Tammy Smith, at Timbuktu Bar and Grill, said the city paid for several upgrades at her restaurant, including the back patio. Winds SE at 5 to 10 mph. About 9:10 p.m., Procopio said Miele discharged a single round and inflicted massive injury to himself. Miele was taken to Lawrence General Hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly before 11:30 p.m. State Police detectives, Crime Scene Services and Ballistics Unit personnel responded to conduct a death investigation, which Procopio said clearly establishes that the suspect committed suicide by gunshot.. ANDOVER, MA A Quincy man died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound Tuesday night after barricading himself in a vehicle in a standoff along I-495 near Andover, Massachusetts State Police confirmed Wednesday morning. A native of upstate New York, Aaron Curtis previously worked as a reporter for upstate daily newspapers including The Palladium-Times, based in Oswego, and The Daily Messenger, located in Canandaigua. Drivers stuck on 495 near standoff in Andover are being told to turn cars around and drive to the previous exit #7News pic.twitter.com/LllE95le9V. We cannot afford the increases in our real estate taxes. We dont spam! Anthony Miele, age 49, was wanted in connection with multiple bank robberies in southeastern Massachusetts, according to Massachusetts State Police. They came out of everywhere, including the opposite side of the highway, she said. The suspect's condition was not (Hockley County Sheriff's Office) Three other officers were wounded and transported to a hospital Residents gathered in downtown Andover to see Grimm off after his 10 years with the police department. As Sabella sat in her car, she learned from police on scene that there was an armed man locked inside his car in the median. Police said the incident began around 7 p.m. when a state police sergeant observed a BMW driven by Miele parked outside the Digital Federal Credit Union on Route 28 in Methuen. Procopio said at around 11:20 p.m. that the highway remains closed but some lanes are expected to be opened soon. He added the follow-up investigation into the shooting will be led by the Essex County District Attorneys Office. Now, after seven years, its expanding. Andover police Sgt. Anthony Miele, 49 of Quincy, shot himself Tuesday night while police negotiators were attempting to convince him to surrender peacefully. WebA person with a gun kept police in a standoff that shut down Interstate 495 in Andover for hours Tuesday evening, Massachusetts State Police said. Drivers were warned to avoid the area during Tuesday's standoff. Shortly after 7 p.m., the suspect pulled the vehicle into a median, near Interstate 93, and barricaded himself inside. No troopers fired their weapons, state police confirmed. At 10:15 p.m., MassDOT said I-495 southbound and area ramps had reopened, and the rest of the highway reopened later Tuesday night. Police said the suspect pulled into the median and barricaded himself inside the vehicle. ANDOVER, Minn. (FOX 9) - Authorities are investigating after a standoff ended with the suspect taking his own life in Andover, Minnesota. Applications will be accepted from March 1-April 30. Business owners interested in applying for the grant funding can find more information here: https://www.andoverks.com/595/Andover-Road-Business-Improvement-Grant, Copyright 2023 KWCH. The goal is to improve curb appeal as visitors drive through town. About 30 minutes later State Police tweeted that they had crisis negotiators on scene, and that they were trying to resolve the situation peacefully. ANDOVER, MA Andover police dog Grimm took a final ride through downtown Andover Wednesday ahead of being put down due to terminal lung cancer, the police department said. He was taken to an area hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly before midnight. ANDOVER - A bank robbery suspect who barricaded and shot himself in his car on Interstate 495 Tuesday night has died, according to Massachusetts State Police. Learn more about Andover News and what we're trying to do: Read our Mission Statement and Policies. Lynn, CLICK HERE TO TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS. Follow Aaron Curtis on Twitter @aselahcurtis. Chance of rain 100%.. Cloudy with rain developing after midnight. The department announced Sunday that Grimm had become sick and would be put down at his veterinarian's recommendation. Sabella said police eventually started to clear the highway, having all the stopped vehicles turn around and drive back toward the nearest exit. Stacey Howell at Andover Family Dental knows how much the funding can help. Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. A native of upstate New York, Aaron Curtis previously worked as a reporter for upstate daily newspapers including The Palladium-Times, based in Oswego, and The Daily Messenger, located in Canandaigua. The standoff began after a state police sergeant saw a BMW that was sought in connection with a series of bank robberies outside Digital Federal Credit Union on Broadway in Methuen. William Matthews, 48, of 392 Massachusetts Ave., is charged with assault and battery of a household member and assault with dangerous weapon. This information led to an areawide broadcast to look out for the vehicle and suspect, Jackson said. Grants of up to $28,000 are available through the Andover Business Improvement Program. A standoff between an armed suspect and state police Tuesday night ended with the suspect suffering a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Police said Miele later died at Lawrence General Hospital. ANDOVER, Mass. Aaron Curtis is designated as the nighttime emergency response reporter throughout Greater Lowell. "Mickey and Grimm also enjoyed educating the public, teaching about drugs and police work to the incoming freshmen of AHS every year since partnering up," the department said. Jackson said witnesses provided a description of the suspect, and Norton Police detectives, State Police and FBI were able to retrieve video footage from Bluestone Bank and nearby residences to identify the suspects vehicle: a dark colored BMW, that displayed a stolen Connecticut registration plate. In-depth news coverage of the Greater Boston Area. The City of Andover is offering grants to businesses interested in improving their appearance. Click here to follow Daily Voice Essex and receive free news updates. An armed suspect who barricaded himself inside a vehicle on When officers approached the vehicle, Miele was holding a gun to his head. Police said the suspect pulled into the median and barricaded himself inside the vehicle. Procopio said the suspect drove away from the Digital Federal Credit Union and the sergeant, who was in an unmarked cruiser, followed him. According to Jackson, detectives believe Miele was also involved in bank robberies in Easton, as well as Lincoln, R.I., in June. Chance of rain 100%. ANDOVER, MASS. Glad to see the presentation about the Andover Pollinator Pathway;;;signs will start to be seen around town this spring. 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State police described the situation as "dynamic," and said patrols and tactical units were on the scene. All rights reserved, A Massachusetts man who shot himself after an hourslong standoff with police that shut down Interstate 495 in Andover on Tuesday night has died, Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of New Hampshire: An NBC10 Boston Original, Blue Line Service Resumes After Shuttles Replace Trains in Revere, MBTA Says, Even After Investigation, Stoneham Cop Hasn't Paid Dime of Rent to New Landlord, Power Lines Crash Onto Cars, Trucks for Blocks in Stoneham, Tracking the Next Hit of Wintry Weather Headed to New England, Due Late Week, Dunkin' Is Giving Away Free Iced Coffee This WeekHere's How to Order. Winds SE at 5 to 10 mph. Aaron Curtis is designated as the nighttime emergency response reporter throughout Greater Lowell. Peabody, Police: Bank robbery suspect who prompted hourslong standoff on I-495 has died. They drove across the median and they all lined up across the highway, so all the drivers had to stop.. Interstate 495 in Andover which was shut down on Tuesday was also linked with Anthony. North Andover and Andover police, arrest a man after a two-hour stand-off that started late Thursday night. ANDOVER An alleged bank robber who barricaded himself inside a vehicle on Interstate 495 near the Andover/Lawrence line shot himself after an hours-long standoff with police on Tuesday night, authorities said. As far as we know at this time the suspect is the only occupant of the vehicle.. July 19, 2022 - Police point guns at a suspect in multiple bank robberies in Lawrence during a standoff on Interstate 495, near the Andover and Lawrence line on Tuesday night. PHOTO COURTESY OF GINA SABELLA, July 19, 2022 - Police point their guns at the suspect of multiple bank robberies in Lawrence during an armed standoff on Interstate 495, near the Andover and Lawrence line on Tuesday night. Read our privacy policy for more info. ANDOVER - A bank robbery suspect Grimm was the second police dog Connor's family had lost, the department said. Around 7:10 p.m., the BMW pulled into the highway median and the driver - later identified as Miele, then barricaded himself in the car for almost two hours before shooting himself, state troopers said. They then tried to stop Miele but he refused and kept fleeing, police said. No other information was released. "K9 Grimm has been ill for the past several days. According to Procopio, troopers established a perimeter around the vehicle and additional State Police assets responded to the scene, including the departments Special Tactical Operations Team, the Crisis Negotiation Unit, the Bomb Squad, Air Wing and Troop A commanders. The alleged robberies occurred earlier in the day Haverhill, No additional information was immediately available. Thanks for catching my mistake (again), Kevin. According to Sabella, she was driving on I-495, when all the sudden, police cruisers and unmarked cars swarmed the highway. Police called in a crisis negotiator and were forced to close down both the northbound and southbound sides of I-495. He then was booked into the Crawford County Correctional Facility in Saegertown at 5:10 p.m. No further information has been released, including the suspects identity. I was just more concerned is this going to be a shootout, and if it is, theres no place for me to go.. July 19, 2022 - Police point guns at a suspect in multiple bank robberies in Lawrence during a standoff on Interstate 495, near the Andover and Lawrence line on Tuesday night. The Essex County District Attorney's Office will investigate the shooting. When officers tried to stop the car, police say the driver took off onto Route 28 and then to I-495. "All you see is k-9s and big guns its like watching the movie the town," Evelio Cruz wrote on Facebook. The grant will cover facade improvements, landscaping, ADA compliance and sign replacement. Aerial footage of the scene shows police vehicles blocking traffic near exit 40. Lady of the Dunes World Cup Ftbol y Soccer Patriots Sandy Hook: 10 Years Later COVID Q&A WATCH: Climate 2022 VOTE: '20 Under 25' Boston Athletes All Inclusive Boston. A short time later, the sergeant and another state police trooper who responded to assist attempted to stop the BMW, but Miele refused to stop and fled through several side streets and onto Route 28 south. No troopers fired their weapons and Miele was the only person inside the vehicle, according to police. Several Troopers subsequently pursued Miele until he stopped on I-495 in Andover around 7:10 p.m., police said. According to Sabella, she was driving on I-495 shortly after 7 p.m., when all the sudden, police cruisers and unmarked cars swarmed the highway. News. State Police spokesman David Procopio said late Tuesday that the man suffered an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, and had been transported to Lawrence General Hospital. This is a developing story. When troopers attempted to stop the car after it pulled away from the bank, the driver fled onto 495, pulled into the grass median, and he barricaded himself in the vehicle for about two hours before turning his gun on himself, state police said. Theme: Newsup by Themeansar. A Be On The Look Out (BOLO) alert was issued for Miele as a result. Anthony Miele, age 49, was wanted in connection Miele began to drive away, and the sergeant, who was in an unmarked cruiser, followed him. Police then approached the car, confirmed that he had indeed shot himself, and allowed emergency medical responders to approach. ANDOVER, Kan. (KWCH) - The goal is to make the city more accessible and welcoming. The dark-color sedan was parked on the median near exit 40, which is near Interstate 93 and the Andover-Lawrence line. Around 7:10 p.m., shortly after crossing into Andover on I-495, police said Miele pulled into the grass median, reversed the direction of his car and stopped. At just after 5 p.m. Monday, Sgt. 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According to reports, police had a two-hour-long standoff with Anthony who ended up shooting himself after the long When tests were conducted by Grimms veterinarian, they revealed that he has a very aggressive form of lung cancer, which has already metastasized to his lymph nodes.". Sabella estimated that she was in her car for about two hours before police had all the stopped vehicles turn around and drive back toward the nearest exit. Efforts from several departments to peacefully negotiate with Miele were unsuccessful. 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As Sabella sat in her car, she learned from police on scene that there was an armed man locked inside his vehicle in the median. 1 min read Feb. 25CONNEAUT TOWNSHIP A Conneautville area man is accused by Pennsylvania State Police with State Police spokesman David Procopio said that 49-year-old Anthony Miele, of Quincy, was pronounced dead at Lawrence General Hospital despite efforts by police negotiators to bring the situation to a peaceful conclusion. Stay up to date on all the latest news from Boston.com. ANDOVER, Kan. 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