New Jersey

Possible Barricading Situation Inside NJ Home Ends

A shelter-in-place order was issued to residents in Pasadena Avenue and Hurffville Road but was later revoked by 7:15 p.m.

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Police in Deptford Township issued shelter-in-place orders to residents in the vicinity of Pasadena Ave after officers responded to a possible barricading situation inside a Gloucester County home.

According to Gloucester County Chief of Staff & Detectives, Thomas Gilbert, police responded to a "situation" at a home located in 1848 Pasadena Ave in Deptford Township Saturday.

A shelter-in-place order was issued to residents in Pasadena Avenue and Hurffville Road as officers investigate the area but was later revoked by 7:15 p.m.

Several police vehicles and a SWAT unit were seen on the scene as the 4-hour standoff between the man and police prevailed.

It is unclear whether there are any injuries or hostages at this time.

Investigators remain on the scene though authorities say there is no public threat at this time.

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