Suspect in custody after 2+ hour standoff at Palm Desert Walmart parking lot
A suspect was taken into custody Tuesday evening after a nearly three-hour standoff in the Palm Desert Walmart store parking lot.
The domestic violence incident was first reported at 6:24 p.m., according to police.
The Riverside County Sheriff's Office told News Channel 3 that deputies were called to the 34000 block of Monterey Avenue in Palm Desert for a report of domestic violence.
"The victim told dispatch her boyfriend had been physical with her and threatened to hurt her. The victim was able to make it inside a business to call 911, while the suspect remained in a parked vehicle in the parking lot," reads an email from the agency.
Deputies attempted to make contact with the suspect, but he refused to exit the vehicle. Deputies negotiated with the suspect, who was taken
Viewers inside the Walmart said they are not being allowed to leave due to the standoff.
Stay with News Channel 3 for continuing updates.
