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Police examine devices from Gold Coast siege
 A man who threatened to blow-up a Gold Coast high-rise during a 17-hour stand-off with police has been taken into custody. The area remains cordoned off as police examine a number of potentially dangerous devices. The stand-off at the Grand Hotel at Labrador began when a woman was allegedly assaulted in the man's hotel room early last night. The 43-year-old local sealed his room and told police he had explosives and hostages. Late this morning police negotiators coaxed the man to a window while officers forced their way into the room. Detective Inspector John Hartwill says the man complied with all police requirements. "He put himself into a position where he could be observed from outside and put himself into custody when required," he said. Police are examining a number of devices found in the apartment, but there were no hostages. The man is facing several charges and could face court this afternoon. Posted by: God Save The World 2004-12-24 |
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