Crime & Safety

Man With Axe In Downtown Arlington Heights Arrested: Police

"The suspect in this case has been arrested —​ there is no ongoing threat to public safety," according to police.

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL — An axe-wielding man was arrested after he was seen damaging property in downtown Arlington Heights, according to police.

Officers responded to reports about the man around 6:30 a.m. Sunday, police said.

"The suspect in this case has been arrested — there is no ongoing threat to public safety," according to police.

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The investigation is continuing and more information is expected to be released, police said.

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