Suspect In Custody After Standoff With Police In Rockland

Weymouth MA

13 August, 2021

2:42 PM

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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. 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. This is a developing story, check back for updates. 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