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Three layers of onlookers encircled the scene, with police tape cordoning off the area. Officers maintained order to prevent the crowd from pushing in, while rescue personnel used megaphones to speak to the assailant, attempting to stabilize his mood.
"His car has been modified, and he's hiding inside, which poses a challenge for our snipers. We can't rescue the hostages. Dr. Clark, do you think you could lure him out of the car? If he does come out, our team can handle him! Even if we can't lure him out, if you could distract him from the front, allowing our people to approach from behind, that would also work!"
The hostage situation inside the vehicle presented significant difficulties for the rescue.
Unlike room-based hostage rescues, the expansive view from the car meant that any rescue attempt could be easily spotted by the criminal, who might then harm the hostages!
