Man in custody after hours-long standoff on Johns Island

UPDATE 4:55PM: The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office said the suspect is now in custody following an hours-long standoff on Johns Island.

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UPDATE 4:30PM: Charleston County deputies said they are continuing efforts to make contact with the subject Friday afternoon. A reverse 911 call was sent out urging area residents to remain inside their homes.

People are asked to avoid the area.

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JOHNS ISLAND, S.C. (WCBD) – Authorities are engaged in a standoff with a suspect on Johns Island.

The standoff comes after officers with the Mount Pleasant Police Department, with help from the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office, attempted to serve a warrant on an individual off Abram Road near River Road around 9:00 a.m.

“The subject is believed to be inside the home but has refused to come out,” said officials with CCSO.

Inspector Don Calabrese with Mount Pleasant PD told News 2 that the suspect, Seth Spivey, had previously assaulted one of their officers while resisting arrest.

Deputies and officers remain at the scene.

This is a developing story. Keep checking for updates.