In a dramatic turn of events, Burnsville police successfully resolved a tense stand-off, taking a suspect into custody after hours of negotiations.
The situation unfolded near County Road 11, just west of Terrace Oaks West Park, where officers responded to an incident that quickly escalated. Authorities immediately issued a shelter-in-place order, urging nearby residents to stay indoors for their safety.
After nearly 3.5 hours, the standoff came to a peaceful conclusion. Burnsville police later confirmed on X, “The public safety incident occurring near the 1800 block of Country View Drive has been resolved peacefully with one suspect taken into custody. The shelter-in-place order for the neighborhood has been lifted.”
Residents in the area reported a heavy police presence, with officers carefully managing the situation to ensure a safe outcome. Thanks to swift action and coordination among law enforcement agencies, the incident ended without injuries.
