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Father and Son Hostage Standoff in Remote Forest | Oakland News
In a jaw-dropping standoff in remote Northern California, a father and son held two U.S. Forest Service workers hostage for nearly 15 hours in a trailer, zip-tied and at gunpoint — demanding to speak with the FBI. A massive multi-agency rescue operation, complete with snipers, drones, and SWAT, unfolded overnight as negotiators worked tirelessly. The hostages were freed just before 2 AM, safe and sound, while the suspects surrendered shortly after. The father now faces kidnapping charges, with weapons including an AR-15 and knives found on-site — and possibly grenades — as investigators…
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