YPSILANTI, MI (WXYZ) — A barricaded situation has come to an end in Ypsilanti after an hours-long standoff following a person's death.
The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office said they were called around midnight about a deadly stabbing at the Aspen Chase Apartments off Washtenaw Ave. and Golfside Dr.
Police said a 27-year-old man allegedly stabbed a 44-year-old woman and then barricaded himself in the apartment. The 44-year-old did die from their injuries.
Deputies said there was another person in the apartment, but that person was able to come out safely.
Police said the suspect was armed with a firearm and a knife, and officers used a robot to communicate with the suspect.
On Thursday afternoon, the suspect came out peacefully and was taken into custody.
The sheriff's office says a large police presence will remain as they investigate the homicide scene.
