Update: one female suspect in custody. We have a hostage situation with a UPS truck driver. More details to come.
— SantaClaraCoSheriff (@SCCoSheriff) February 15, 2019
According to the sheriff’s office, this was a hostage situation. Deputies are saying the hostage is now safe.
The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office tells ABC7 News the suspect is now the only person in the UPS truck.
Avoid the area of first Street and Trimble. Suspect vehicle is stopped but the scene is not secure. Please stay away for your safety.
— SantaClaraCoSheriff (@SCCoSheriff) February 15, 2019
The truck is completely surrounded.
According to deputies, the pursuit started at Chynoweth Ave and Pearl Ave in San Jose. Deputies say the suspect shot at them during the pursuit.
SKY7 caught a woman walking with her hands up towards deputies. The Santa Clara County Sherriff’s office is calling her a suspect.
UPS also issued a statement saying, “UPS is working with local authorities to understand the situation.”
Drivers are being asked to avoid the area. This is an active scene.
Stay with ABC7 News for the latest details on this developing story.
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