Hours-long police standoff in Worcester ends

A standoff with police drew a large law enforcement presence in Worcester Wednesday afternoon The matter on West Boylston Street lasted throughout the afternoon during which time residents were advised to stay away from the area Around p m police were sent to the area due to a realizable social media threat involving weapons Officers were seen entering a home with shields helmets and long guns Neighbors were evacuated and after assessing police disclosed the accomplishable threat was not connected to the area News did not see anyone taken into custody This is a growing news story stay with NEWS on-air and online for the latest details