Validated gang member arrested by police after standoff

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington Police arrested 28-year-old Justin Oliver early Saturday afternoon after Oliver, a validated member of the Bloods Gang, barricaded himself inside an apartment at Houston Moore Terrace.

Officers responded to the 1300 block of Greenfield Street around 6 a.m. in reference to a call of a male with a gun in the area.

While on scene, officers heard two gunshots come from within the residence.

WPD established a perimeter around the residence, evacuated the building and negotiators and SWAT were on scene.

Oliver who is from Leland, surrendered to officers around 10:30 a.m. without incident.

Oliver, who is also referred to as Juddy, is being charged with discharging a firearm within city limits, resisting/delaying arrest and second degree trespassing.