By allowing ads to appear on this site, you support the local businesses who, in turn, support great journalism.
Man in custody after police standoff at Motel 6 off US 129
0508MOTEL 1
Gainesville police respond to a standoff with a man reported to be armed at the Motel 6 off Monroe Drive in Gainesville. - photo by NAT GURLEY
A Tuesday standoff with police at the Motel 6 off U.S. 129 attracted dozens of law enforcement responders and bystanders but ended peacefully after about three hours. "Safe and sound," police spokesman Cpl. Kevin Holbrook said. "The subject is safe and sound."