Armed police, including a SWAT team and numerous officers, responded to a reported incident approximately one mile from where England is set to begin their World Cup campaign in two days. Dozens of Arlington Police vehicles were seen on West Division Street in the Texas city on Monday, a short drive from the AT&T Stadium where the Three Lions will face Croatia on Wednesday.
Details of the Incident
An officer at the scene described the alleged incident as "pretty serious." Police snipers, an armoured BearCat vehicle, and police drones were deployed, with a large number of officers sent to the area. A spokeswoman for the Arlington Police Department stated that the force was responding to a domestic dispute between a male and female at their home address.
Barricaded Suspect
The spokeswoman added: "The female resident was barricaded inside the home with additional occupants. The report shows that a weapon was produced but no injuries were reported. The suspect is now in custody and the investigation is ongoing."
There is no indication that the incident was connected to the World Cup or posed any threat to the tournament or its venues.
