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South Hill standoff ends after suspect surrenders

The suspect was wanted for multiple counts of robbery and kidnapping.
Credit: KREM

SPOKANE, Wash. — The Spokane Police Department (SPD) and Spokane SWAT Team ended a standoff on the South Hill after the suspect surrendered.

At approximately 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, police responded to the 4300 block of South Martin to arrest a suspect for "multiple violent crimes." Police believed the suspect was armed.

After approximately one hour, SPD negotiators were able to talk to the suspect and get them to surrender without incident. The suspect was wanted for multiple counts of robbery and kidnapping.

Police say the investigation into the incident is ongoing and more information will be released at a later time.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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