Armed suspect arrested near Washougal after SWAT response

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – An armed suspect who prompted a SWAT response near Washougal Thursday afternoon has been taken into custody.

Law enforcement arrived at a residence in the area of SE 352nd Avenue and SE 1st Street north of Washougal city limits around 12:20 p.m. after the suspect allegedly made threats to others in the area.

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“A road paving crew working in the area reported that a subject, wearing camouflage and a tactical plate carrier-style vest confronted and threatened them with a AR-style rifle,” officials said. “The subject reportedly went back into an area residence and the paving crew was able to exit the area. Responding law enforcement contained the area. An officer with an unmanned aircraft system (UAS) spotted a man on the property holding a rifle.”…

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