At 7:27 PM Albany Police assisted by Green County Sheriff’s Deputies attempted a warrant arrest at a residence in the 200 block of North Summit Street, Village of Albany. Law enforcement on scene attempted to contact Donald W. Pitman 55, of Albany. Pitman came outside and retreated back into the residence upon observing officers on scene. Deputies and Officers on scene attempted contact with the Pitman for an extended period of time with no success.
Green County Sheriff’s Office Special Response Team (SRT) responded to assist. After approximately three (3) hours SRT was able to establish contact with Pitman and take him into custody. Pitman was subsequently arrested by Albany Police Department for an active Felony warrant through Stephenson County Sheriff for Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. Pitman was transported by Albany EMS from the scene for medical clearance prior to being conveyed to Green County Jail.
Submitted by:
Lieutenant Cody D. Kanable