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Woman prevented from leaving home in possible hostage situationAuburn IN

audio iconFamily Offense
Washington St, Auburn, IN 46706

A woman called for help saying her soon-to-be ex-wife would not let her leave their home near Washington Street. The woman's employer also contacted authorities mentioning a possible hostage situation.

Audio|Heard on: DeKalb County Sheriff, Fire / EMS, Auburn and Garrett Police / Fire
Listen to dispatch call
00:38
Transcript:
00:00
And if you requested near Washington Street, near Washington Street, Cp.
00:06
is advising that a (name withheld) just called her screaming, stating that her soon-to-be ex-wife (name withheld) is not letting her leave the residence.
00:27
Employer is also in route.
00:32
I'm gonna believe the female's employer also called the CP, they threw around the word hostage.

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Location mentioned:
Washington St, Auburn, IN 46706

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Incident Timeline

  1. Identities Confirmed and Situation Stabilized
  2. Continued Communication Attempts
  3. Tactical Instructions Issued
  4. Attempts to Contact Parties
  5. Possible Hostage Situation Reported
  6. Initial Report of Domestic Dispute

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