Chapter 17 - A Dangerous Trap Is Set For The Suspect

Back at the municipal water tower on Ridge Road, local police and federal tactical units quietly surrounded the sprawling perimeter.
Julian Sterling stood on the elevated exterior metal platform near the primary control valves, holding a remote detonator trigger.
“If anyone comes within five hundred yards of this tower, I’ll contaminate the entire city water supply in thirty seconds!” Sterling screamed.
Detective Harrison and Agent Vance took cover behind a concrete barrier at the base of the tower, assessing the tactical situation.
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“We need a distraction to get a sniper in position on the adjacent communications tower,” Harrison whispered urgently to the federal agent.
Suddenly, a massive delivery truck bearing the artisan bakery logo rumbled down Ridge Road, pulling directly toward the water facility gate.