News

Actions

Suspect in custody after Newport News tactical situation

Posted at 10:17 PM, Nov 02, 2017
and last updated 2017-11-02 22:17:59-04

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. – The suspect involved in a tactical situation was taken into custody by the Newport News Police Department Thursday night.

Khalil Howard James

Around 7:30 p.m., police saw a fugitive in the area of the 400 block of Savage Drive. A tactical situation was called at 8:56 p.m. after multiple attempts to get the suspect inside of the residence to surrender.

The suspect has been identified as 30-year-old Khalil Howard James. He had six outstanding warrants, including Abduction, Assault & Battery, Brandishing a Firearm, Failure to Appear, Capias, and a Civil Summons.

Police took James into custody shortly after 11 p.m.

There is no further information.

Stay with News 3 for updates.