13-hour Worcester standoff ends with arrest of armed man

A 13-hour armed standoff between Worcester police and a 24-year-old man ended with the suspect in custody. The man had barricaded himself in his home after allegedly shooting two family members with an unlicensed handgun. The condition of the victims is unknown, but their injuries were not believed to be life-threatening. Police returned fire during the chaotic situation, and at least 30 loud banging noises were heard from the home throughout the day. Hostage negotiators and a mental health clinician were involved in the peaceful resolution. The roads in the area have since reopened, and a more comprehensive press conference is expected on Saturday.