Crime & Safety
Suspect In Custody After Standoff With Police In Rockland
After shutting down both sides of Route 139 in Rockland during a standoff Friday, Rockland police say they have a man in custody.

ROCKLAND, MA — A man is in custody after a brief standoff with police in Rockland.
Rockland police reported a 'major incident' near the Hanover line around 1:40 p.m. Friday that prompted the closure of Route 139 in both directions in that area.
Heavy police presence with guns drawn could be seen surrounding a white Mercedes sedan, WCVB reported.
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A few minutes later, the incident resolved peacefully, and a man was seen being handcuffed outside the car, WCVB reported.
Police are urging people to use liberty Street or Summer Street as an alternate route instead.
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Rockland Police report a major incident on market Street near the Hanover line please avoid that area at all costs please use liberty Street or Summer Street is alternate route
— Rockland Police (@RPD02370) August 13, 2021
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