Updated Nov. 26 at 5:45 a.m.

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Police were dispatched to 502 Coronado Monday in reference to a male threatening a Cox Communications employee with a firearm.

When officers attempted to speak with the suspect, he retreated and barricaded himself inside his residence.

The Hutchinson/Reno County Emergency Response Team was brought to the scene. Negotiators attempted to contact the suspect, but were unsuccessful. Different tactics were used and the suspect was taken into custody without further incident.

Gregory A. Kallaus, 53, was arrested for felony interference, criminal possession of a firearm, aggravated assault and criminal threat.

Police officials say this is an ongoing investigation.

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HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Officials are working a standoff near Coronado and Monroe.

According to Lt. Dustin Loepp, a Cox employee was confronted by a man with a shotgun. The man is still inside his house with the gun. The Cox employee was able to get away. The employee is safe and being taken care of by officials. The standoff began around 2:30 p.m.

The Emergency Response Team is on the scene.

Officials have much of the surrounding area blocked off.

More information will be released as it is made available.