Man takes hostage at California Chase Bank amid bomb threat

Police reported an active hostage situation at a Chase Bank in California on Tuesday involving a man who allegedly strapped a bomb to his chest.

Authorities said the suspect took at least one hostage inside the bank branch. The incident was described as ongoing with a bomb threat in place. Carter Evans reported on the situation for CBS News.

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