McHenry burglary suspect arrested after hours-long standoff: police

McHENRY, Ill. (WLS) -- A 44-year-old McHenry man was arrested after an hours-long standoff in the north suburb Thursday, police said.

McHenry police said Patrick J. Anderson was the suspect in two burglaries in the 1200-block of North Green Street in McHenry.

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Officers responded to Anderson's home, in the 3400-block of Venice Avenue Thursday morning, and he would not come out, police said.

McHenry police said in an alert just before noon that officers were in the area of Venice Avenue and Court Street, and asked the public to avoid the area for the next several hours

Police said Anderson is a convicted felon, with a history of resisting police and he may have a gun.

McHenry police called in other suburban law enforcement to assist in the arrest.

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Military-style armored police vehicles could be seen surrounding the home, along with apparent SWAT officers with long guns and shields. Chopper 7 was over the scene.

The vehicles appeared to be ramming doors on the property, and a drone was visible, as well.

Police were able to enter the home about 4 p.m., and Anderson was taken into custody.

Police said the scene was cleared by about 4:45 p.m.

No one was injured in the incident.

Anderson has been charged with residential burglary, obstructing justice, resisting a peace officer and criminal damage to property.

He was taken to McHenry County Jail.

Police called the incident isolated, and said there was no danger to the public.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Criminal Investigation Division of the McHenry Police Department at 815-363-2599. Those wishing to pass along anonymous information are encouraged to call the McHenry Police Tip Line at 815-363-2124.