Suspect arrested after five-hour standoff

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Case #: 25-30815
Suspect arrested after five-hour standoff

The Windsor Police Service has arrested a 40-year-old man following a standoff in Walkerville.

Shortly before 9 a.m. this morning, members of the Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad attended a residence in the 700 block of Chilver Road to execute a warrant. Upon arrival, the male suspect refused to comply with officers' commands to exit the residence.

In response, officers established a secure perimeter around the property and engaged the Windsor Police Emergency Services Unit and trained negotiators to resolve the situation peacefully.

After an extended standoff lasting five hours, Adam Anthony Filangeri surrendered and was arrested without further incident. He was wanted on an outstanding warrant.

Anyone with information should call the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.