The Subplot of the Police Response
RageThe law enforcement's handling of the hostage situation.
increasing
Bearing strength in each event
decreasing
The Arrival of Police

The Mobilization
The Cruisers
State police, local police, and troopers arrive. They set up a roadblock and evacuate the area. Frank Philbrick takes command.
The Negotiation
Philbrick attempts to negotiate, but Charlie outmaneuvers him. The police are forced to wait.
The Sniper
Daniel Malvern is brought in. He takes a shot but fails. The police are unable to end the crisis quickly.
The Final Assault

The Shooting
The Entry
Philbrick enters the room after the hostages are released. Charlie feigns reaching for a weapon, and Philbrick shoots him.
The Aftermath
Charlie is wounded but survives. Philbrick is hailed as a hero. The police response is ultimately violent.
The Irony
Charlie had unloaded his gun. The police shot an unarmed man. The cycle of violence continues.
Morning of the crisis
1:00 PM, the end of the crisis