Police at the scene of an investigation in Boxborough, Massachusetts, on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024.
A person was taken into custody after a large police investigation that prompted a shelter-in-place order in Boxborough, Massachusetts, Wednesday afternoon.
It wasn't immediately clear what prompted the investigation on Hill Road, near Leonard Road. Police had said in a Facebook post, "Residents are asked to avoid the area and stay inside their homes."
Images shared by firefighters showed a heavy police presence in the area.
Police later confirmed to NBC10 Boston that a person was in custody and residents were no longer being urged to shelter in place.
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This is a developing news story that will be updated when more information is available.
