Worcester police have apprehended a 24-year-old man in Massachusetts for shooting two family members.

The incident transpired on Friday, July 7, 2023, around 8:30 in the morning, and it took approximately 13 hours for law enforcement to successfully apprehend the suspect.

“On July 7th 2023 at about 8:38 AM, Worcester Police officers were dispatched to a Colby Ave address for a domestic incident in which a male who had shot two family members, but of whom left the scene before police arrived.

Officers arrived and spoke with a family member on scene. Officers saw the twenty-four-year-old male suspect outside the residence. He appeared to be carrying a handgun. Officers ordered him to get on the ground. He initially complied before jumping up, firing at officers, and running inside the house,” the police said.

A comprehensive police response, including the Police Hostage Negotiation Team, SWAT Team, K9 Unit, drone operators, and a Mobile Crisis mental health clinician, swiftly arrived at the scene.

Their concerted efforts ensured the safe extraction of the victims from the house, leaving the suspect alone.

“For approximately thirteen hours, officers attempted to persuade the male to leave the residence. Hostage negotiators continually attempted to make contact, the drone provided valuable aerial video, and SWAT officers maintained the perimeter. Worcester Paramedics and Firefighters were standing by. The male fired his handgun at officers on several different occasions during the incident, and officers returned fire. Finally, at about 9:30 PM, the male took a step out of the rear of the residence and was taken into custody with the assistance of the K9. He was treated medically by paramedics, placed under arrest and transported to the hospital,” the statement.

Both the suspect and the two victims, identified as his mother and sister, sustained injuries during the incident and received medical treatment at a hospital. Fortunately, all parties involved are expected to recover from their injuries.

According to a local Ghanaian blogger based in Worcester, Governor Studios, the suspect was formerly a student at Wenchi Senior High School and currently resides in Worcester with his family. However, the motive or trigger behind his actions remains undetermined.

The police have stated that the perpetrator will face multiple serious charges related to the incident. He is scheduled to appear in court for arraignment on Monday, July 10, 2023.