Jackson said the suspect, dressed in a black ballistic vest, a black mask and a helmet, attempted to enter the Bluestone Bank after it had closed at about 4:50 p.m. Monday. Police said the suspect pulled into the median and barricaded himself inside the vehicle. As far as we know at this time the suspect is the only occupant of the vehicle.. Grants of up to $28,000 are available through the Andover Business Improvement Program. CLICK HERE TO TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS. Aaron Curtis is designated as the nighttime emergency response reporter throughout Greater Lowell. A short time later, the sergeant and a trooper, who responded in a cruiser to assist, attempted to stop the BMW. Aerial footage of the scene showed police vehicles blocking traffic near Exit 40. No additional information was immediately available. "The Andover Police Department and Chief Patrick Keefe would like to thank NEMLEC, all of the neighboring police departments, and Andover Fire and Rescue for their support throughout this difficult time with K9 Grimms terminal illness and his final ride," the department said after the final ride. At one point, police said Miele threw a ballistic vest and two ammunition magazines out of the car, but remained inside the car with the gun. PHOTO COURTESY OF GINA SABELLA, July 19, 2022 - Police point their guns at the suspect of multiple bank robberies in Lawrence during an armed standoff on Interstate 495, near the Andover and Lawrence line on Tuesday night. This information led to an areawide broadcast to look out for the vehicle and suspect, Jackson said. It was reported that he was wanted for multiple bank robberies. They came out of everywhere, including the opposite side of the highway, she said. Other area police departments joined in the procession of police cars. A native of upstate New York, Aaron Curtis previously worked as a reporter for upstate daily newspapers including The Palladium-Times, based in Oswego, and The Daily Messenger, located in Canandaigua. State Police Bearcat now on scene at standoff on 495 in Andover suspect armed and wanted according to sources for multiple recent bank robberies in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island #7News pic.twitter.com/2Gk56x6G1t. An hours-long standoff began after a state police sergeant saw a BMW believed to be in connection to a series of bank robberies outside the Digital Federal Credit Union Bank on Broadway in Methuen. A standoff with an armed suspect has led to a shutdown of I-495 in Andover, Massachusetts, State Police said. He ultimately shot himself around 9:10 p.m. and was rushed toLawrence General Hospital. Stay up to date on all the latest news from Boston.com. Follow staff reporter Jill Harmacinski on Twitter @EagleTribJill. Anthony is from Quincy and he faced the police when they started to interrogate him regarding allegations and evidence against him. Law enforcement officials could be seen with guns drawn, focused on a dark-colored sedan that had pulled off in the median, near Interstate 93 and the Lawrence/Andover line. GET BREAKING NEWS IN YOUR BROWSER. 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Drivers stuck on 495 near standoff in Andover are being told to turn cars around and drive to the previous exit #7News pic.twitter.com/LllE95le9V. The City of Andover is offering grants to businesses interested in improving Andover High School Building Project Community Survey Goes Live, How We Protect You From Misleading Advertising And Communications, Andover Public Schools Closed Tuesday Due To Anticipated Storm, MA Mobile Sports Betting Start Time Set Ahead Of March Madness, Free MA Community College Outlined In Gov's Budget. By Dave Copeland Jul 20, 2022 A man shot himself after barricading himself in a car on Interstate 495 in Andover, forcing Massachusetts State Police to close the A State Trooper then noticed Miele inside a parkedvehicle outside theDigital Federal Credit Union on Broadway in Methuen just before 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 19, police said. Video from the scene showed a lengthy backup behind police vehicles on the highway, with cars at a complete standstill. He was taken to Lawrence General Hospital where he died, police said. State Police spokesman David Procopio said that 49-year-old Anthony Miele, of Quincy, was pronounced dead at Lawrence General Hospital despite efforts by police negotiators to bring the situation to a peaceful conclusion. Andover police Sgt. State Police tweeted around 8:20 p.m. that an armed suspect had barricaded himself alone inside his vehicle on I-495 in Andover near Route 93 and the Andover-Lawrence line. ANDOVER - State police say one person was transported to Lawrence General Hospital with serious injuries after a crash Friday News helicopter footage showed police with guns drawn and aimed at the car. Residents were encouraged to send letters or cards to the police station. Something needs to be cut. The Anoka County Efforts from several departments to peacefully negotiate with Miele were unsuccessful. "Miele killed himself while state police negotiators were attempting to convince him to surrender peacefully," according to the statement. ANDOVER - A bank robbery suspect who barricaded and shot himself in his car on Interstate 495 Tuesday night has died, according to Massachusetts State Police. She captured video of the incident with her phone. Jackson said witnesses provided a description of the suspect, and Norton Police detectives, State Police and FBI were able to retrieve video footage from Bluestone Bank and nearby residences to identify the suspects vehicle: a dark colored BMW, that displayed a stolen Connecticut registration plate. July 19, 2022 - Police point their guns at the suspect of multiple bank robberies in Lawrence during an armed standoff on Interstate 495, near the Andover and The City of Andover is offering grants to businesses interested in improving their appearance. According to Sabella, she was driving on I-495 shortly after 7 p.m., when all the sudden, police cruisers and unmarked cars swarmed the highway. A Massachusetts man who shot himself after an hourslong standoff with police that shut down Interstate 495 in Andover on Tuesday night has died, state police say. We have the highway shut down at this time, Procopio said in a statement at around 8:15 p.m. This is a dynamic situation. According to reports, police had a two-hour-long standoff with Anthony who ended up shooting himself after the long They said there were tactical units on scene, and that theyd shut down I-495 northbound north of Route 93 and I-495 southbound south of Route 28. A Be On The Look Out (BOLO) alert was issued for Miele as a result. 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"We would also like to thank the citizens of Andover for their outpouring of love and support, this was particularly touching for us and I know it meant the world to Sergeant Connor. Peabody resident Gina Sabella said she witnessed the alarming situation right as it unfolded. Crisis negotiators were called to the scene shortly after the highway was closed. ANDOVER An alleged bank robber who barricaded himself inside a vehicle on Interstate 495 near the Andover/Lawrence line shot himself after an hours-long standoff with police on Tuesday night, authorities said. Norton Police believe that the suspect is the Quincy man who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound following a standoff with police on Interstate 495 in Andover on Tuesday night. Shortly after 7 p.m., the suspect pulled the vehicle into a median, near Interstate 93, and barricaded himself inside. She captured video of the incident with her phone. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. Police said Miele later died at Lawrence General Hospital. About 30 minutes later State Police tweeted that they had crisis negotiators on scene, and that they were trying to resolve the situation peacefully. Officials: Suspect involved in standoff on, Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Medical helicopter called for 2-vehicle crash in Dracut, Officials: Suspect involved in standoff on I-495 dies from self-inflicted gunshot, Less stress and more golf: Chelmsford Police chief announces retirement after 33 years of service, Maura Healeys first budget themes: Spending increases, tax relief, Bill needs a kidney: Tyngsboro man searches for lifesaving donor, Seeing orbs in photos? Police: Man in Andover highway standoff killed himself, By Jill Harmacinski The highway began to reopen at around 10:15 p.m., according to MassDOT. Police said the suspect pulled into the median and barricaded himself inside the vehicle. The goal is to improve curb appeal as visitors drive through town. At one point, the suspect threw a ballistic vest and two firearm magazines out of the car, but maintained possession of the handgun inside the vehicle, Procopio said. Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. Occasional snow showers. Procopio added that no police officers discharged their weapons during the incident. Applications will be accepted from March 1-April 30. Business owners interested in applying for the grant funding can find more information here: https://www.andoverks.com/595/Andover-Road-Business-Improvement-Grant, Copyright 2023 KWCH. He was taken by ambulance to Lawrence General Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. News. An armed suspect who barricaded himself inside a vehicle on I-495 near Andover and Lawrence has died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, said State Police. They came out of everywhere, including the opposite side of the highway, she said. The dark-color sedan was parked on the median near exit 40, which is near Interstate 93 and the Andover-Lawrence line. Lady of the Dunes World Cup Ftbol y Soccer Patriots Sandy Hook: 10 Years Later COVID Q&A WATCH: Climate 2022 VOTE: '20 Under 25' Boston Athletes All Inclusive Boston. The suspect's condition was not Thanks for catching my mistake (again), Kevin. Saugus, Jeep Flees After Pedestrian Gets Struck Twice, Dies In Brockton, Person Trapped, 400 Without Power After 7 Stoneham Utility Pole, 'Can We Talk:' Revere Man Charged With Hoarding Child Porn, Aut, Beverly Tests The Waters Of New Restaurant With Ocean Views, St Patrick's Day In Boston: Festivities To Book Before Your Luc, A 'Hole-In-One': Topgolf Opening First Massachusetts Location I. July 19, 2022 5 An hours-long standoff between Massachusetts State Police and an armed suspect who barricaded himself inside his vehicle on I-495 ended Tuesday At just after 5 p.m. Monday, Sgt. When tests were conducted by Grimms veterinarian, they revealed that he has a very aggressive form of lung cancer, which has already metastasized to his lymph nodes.". The standoff, which took place near Route 93, shut down traffic in both directions on I-495. Gloucester, Procopio said the suspect continued to flee south on Route 28 into Lawrence and then got on I-495 South with the two State Police cruisers in pursuit. Residents gathered in downtown Andover to see Grimm off after his 10 years with the police department. State Police spokesman David Procopio said late Tuesday that the man suffered an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, and had been transported to Lawrence General Hospital. To report a correction or typo, please email news@kwch.com, Andover offering grants to improve businesses curb appeal. The Trooper began following Miele as he drove away. All rights reserved. He was taken to an area hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly before midnight. With the driver refusing to stop, the State Police Troop A Headquarters authorized a pursuit of the vehicle. I was just more concerned is this going to be a shootout, and if it is, theres no place for me to go.. The alleged robberies occurred earlier in the day Police reported in an emergency radio broadcast that they had attempted to stop an armed man as he drove on I-495. Aerial footage of the scene shows police vehicles blocking traffic near exit 40. Aaron is a graduate of the State University of New York at Oswego. Procopio said the mans condition was not immediately available. The suspect, identified by police as Anthony Miele, 49, of Quincy, killed himself while state police negotiators were attempting to get him to surrender. "K9 Grimm has been ill for the past several days. In-depth news coverage of the Greater Boston Area. Police said the suspect pulled into the median and barricaded himself inside the vehicle. 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