A man suspected of brandishing a replica handgun in Santa Monica Wednesday was taken into custody.

Officers responded to an embankment by the Santa Monica (10) Freeway near 17th Street and Olympic Boulevard after receiving reports of a man believed to be holding a gun, according to the Santa Monica Police Department.

The suspect had fled beneath the 17th Street bridge before eventually being located and ultimately surrendering to officers, police said.

Detectives allegedly recovered a BB gun at a nearby location that was determined to be connected to the alleged offense. No injuries were reported.

“SMPD utilized SMART Center resources, including the drone while LAPD also provided air support,” the department said in a statement.

The 10 Freeway was closed in both directions for approxi

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