"Shelter in place" ordered in Billings neighborhood due to hostage situation Justin Hosa - MTN News By: MTN News and last updated 2021-05-03 12:12:21-04 (UPDATE, 10 a.m.) The hostage situation in the Heights ended just before 10 a.m. Police said the hostages were released and were not harmed. The suspect surrendered and was taken into custody. The suspect's name has not yet been released. Chief St. John said he will conduct a news conference later today to provide information about the incident. (UPDATE, 9:25 a.m.) A woman in black pants and a blue shirt ran out of home at about 9:20 a.m. Police patted her down. It appears that police in SWAT gear have entered the home.