ASSESSMENTS

U.S.: Hostage Situation Resolved

Sep 1, 2010 | 22:39 GMT

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Summary

After a four-hour standoff, law enforcement shot and killed man who had allegedly taken hostages at Discovery Communications Inc. headquarters in Silver Spring, Md., ending the incident with no civilian injuries. The quick response of building employees allowed most people in the building to evacuate safely, and police tactics during the negotiation process minimized the risk of civilian injury.

The response of law enforcement and building occupants to a hostage situation at Discovery Communications Inc. headquarters likely prevented the situation from escalating....

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