US: Hostage situation reported near Butte Civic Center (Montana) Jan. 30

Event

Police are responding to a hostage situation in a bus near the Butte Civic Center (Montana) on Wednesday afternoon (local time), January 30. The suspect reportedly is in possession of an explosive device and a handgun. Adjacent roads have been blocked off. Further details are still emerging; avoid the area.

Advice

Individuals in the affected area are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid the incident area, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.