Two separate standoffs over in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs Police responded to two separate standoff incidents on Tuesday morning, ending both safely with their suspects in custody.

The first standoff began in the 2700 block of Hangtree Court. Police tell us Dustin Romero, who is in his late 30s, violated a restraining order by going to his estranged wife’s home near I-25 and Fillmore. The woman was able to leave the home before police arrived but Romero refused to leave. He made threats against officers and claimed to have weapons. The bomb squad responded as a precaution to these claims.

Police threw a cell phone into the basement so that Romero could call his family. Family members were able to convince Romero to come out of the home, according to police. He was taken into custody and charged with 1st degree criminal trespass, violation of a protection order, and for a warrant on a previous domestic violence incident.

Meanwhile, a standoff brewed on the other side of town. A domestic disturbance turned into a police standoff on Dover Drive near Astrozon Blvd and S Chelton Rd. Police tell us there were children in the home, prompting them to make the situation a priority. Officers were able to take the male suspect into custody. Officers then returned to the Hangtree Court standoff.

We will keep you updated on these situations on KRDO.com and NewsChannel 13 at noon.