Armed Suspect Flees After Home Invasion in Lockport; Police Response and Search

Summary: A suspect identified as John Patrickowski broke into a home in Lockport, New York, brandishing a loaded shotgun. The call originated from Lockport City Police. The suspect fled the scene in a red Ford F-150. He is considered armed and dangerous, with unknown direction of travel. Police tracked possible locations, including 8520 Tonawanda Creek Road in Erie County and a relative's address at 8220 Tonawanda Creek Road. Law enforcement, including state police and Erie County units, responded to assist and eventually detained the suspect near a church after a coordinated search.