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Boston Marathon Dzhokhar Tsarnaev

8:49 pm, April 19th, 2013

Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, one of two men suspected in the Boston Marathon bombings, has been captured by authorities.

The alleged perpetrator was taken into custody on Friday night after a confrontation with police in Watertown, Massachusetts.

The development came after an hours-long manhunt for Tsarnaev that intensified after he and his brother Tamerlan Tsarnaev, another suspect in the explosions, were chased by police early Friday morning.

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Tamerlan Tsarnaev was killed in that face-off, while his 19-year-old brother escaped, leading officials to put Boston and the surrounding area on lockdown as the investigation continued.

At approximately 7 p.m. Eastern, shots were fired in Watertown, leading to reports that officials had Dzhokhar Tsarnaev cornered.

He was reported to be in hiding on a boat in a residential backyard.

Shortly before 9 p.m. Eastern, it was confirmed Tsarnaev was in police custody, and transported to a local hospital via ambulance.

At a press conference shortly after the capture, Governor Deval Patrick expressed gratitude to law enforcement and the public, but noted there are “still questions to be answered.”

With the investigation ongoing, officials declined to provide many specifics on what exactly transpired, and what will happen going forward.

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The police commissioner revealed, however, that police narrowed in on the Watertown residence after the resident went outside, noticed blood on his/her boat, and lifted the tarp to discover the suspect covered in blood.

When officials arrived, gun fire was exchanged, and a hostage rescue team later tried to negotiate with the suspect before entering the area and taking Tsarnaev into custody.

He is currently hospitalized in serious condition.

At his own press briefing, President Obama noted, “Tonight… we closed an important chapter in this tragedy.”

He extended prayers to the victims and their families, and thanks to law enforcement.

The President also vowed that justice will be served, saying, “Whatever hateful agenda drove these men to these heinous acts… will not… cannot be tolerated.”

“We will determine what happened,” said the President, “and we will continue to do what we have to do to keep people safe.”

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Boston Marathon Dzhokhar Tsarnaev

9:14 pm, April 19th, 2013

Celebrities are reacting on Twitter to the capture of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, one of the suspects in the Boston Marathon bombings.

As Gossip Cop previously reported, the 19-year-old was taken into custody by police shortly before 9 p.m. Eastern, after an hours-long manhunt.

As soon as the news broke, stars started sharing a range of thoughts on Twitter, including relief, desire for justice, and gratitude towards law enforcement.

Check out some of the reactions below.

Chris Harrison: Well done boys! RT @Boston_Police: Suspect in custody. Officers sweeping the area. Stand by for further info.

Elizabeth Banks: Standing ovation for the Boston PD and all the Massachusetts first responders. #MassPride

Sophia Bush: #heroes #Boston #F**kYeah RT @HuffingtonPost: BREAKING: Boston Police say they have “Suspect #2″ in custody

Eric Stonestreet: Please tell me they backed up a truck, hitched the boat to it, and drove the terrorist to jail in a boat.

Kaley Cuoco: Unreal!!!!!! In custody , mutha- f-er . Thank god

Brooklyn Decker: Yes Boston!!!!

Eli Roth: Got him!

Carson Daly: We got you you bastard. Rot in hell.

Alyssa Milano: I am so blown away by the police officers and all 1st responders in Boston. Awesome bravery. I salute you! #BostonStrong

Kim Kardashian: Watching the news right now. This is insane. I’m glad they finally captured the 2nd suspect!!! #prayersforBoston

Tom Bergeron: A lot of Boston cops and other authorities will be getting well deserved hugs and high fives tonight.

Jeffrey Ross: Everybody send these cops hugs and respect! RT @Boston_Police Suspect in custody. Officers sweeping the area. Stand by for further info.

Brooke Burke: Haven’t had a moment 2 follow the news all day…. So happy to hear the 2nd suspect is in custody. #prayersforboston

John Legend: Came off stage to great news in Boston!  What a relief.

Rosie O’Donnell: relief all around – answered prayers – #goBOSTON

Sofia Vergara: God bless this amazing country

Pete Wentz: That’s a wrap. Boston I’ve got alotta love for you.

Ryan Seacrest: Relieving end to a horrible week.

Maria Menounos: Watching live coverage-everyone celebrating the boston police for capturing this f*#ker.incredible work- #BOSTONSTRONGERTHANEVER

Anderson Cooper: Officer Sean Collier, Martin Richard, Lingzi Lu, Krystle Campbell. We will not forget.

Olivia Wilde: So goddamn relieved. Boston, I love you. May the bars stay open til dawn.

Mel B: Happy to know the #bostonmanhunt is over. To all the local, state, and federal authorities who risked their lives, THANK YOU! You r loved.

Olivia Culpo: Thank you God for bravery of the @Boston_Police. Prayers have been answered, justice will be served #bostonstrong #manhunt

Kailyn Lowry: Thanking all of the police, military and everyone else for their hard work and persistence in all that’s happened! #USA

Marlee Matlin: Bravo to all law enforcement personnel and remembering those who have fallen. Boston can begin to heal now suspect is in custody.

Olivia Munn: THANK YOU to the Boston PD and FBI for your exhaustive efforts & bringing this to an end. My thoughts are w/the victims & their loved ones.

Ricky Gervais: Well done to the emergency services and response teams of Boston and to the public for their vigilance and cooperation. Great work. Peace.

Bryan Greenberg: Alive. Custody. #watertown

Jenny McCarthy: Boston Police, FBI and all law enforcement… Thank you for kicking ass. #respect.

Sarah Hyland: A BIG congrats to the FBI and the Boston Police. Thank you so much for all your hard work. I think it’s time for a well deserved beer 🙂

Donald Trump: Get ALL the info, then quick trial, then death penalty for the Boston killer of innocent children and people! Do not be kind

Rainn Wilson: Congrats, #Boston. Sleep safe tonight.

Shannon Elizabeth: A HUGE THANK YOU to the Boston Police & everyone who helped put an end to the massive search today. So glad there were no more massive casualties! Thank you from everyone in the USA!!!

Josh Groban: So happy that the brave city of Boston can breathe some sigh of relief tonight after being held hostage.

Mia Farrow: I love you #Boston

Chris Evans: GREAT work Boston PD, FBI, and everyone involved in successfully bringing this chaos to an end. Job well done!!

Andy Cohen: Hey Boston, tomorrow is 4/20. Make it count

Emmy Rossum: That’s our President. Beautiful speech. Talking about the tragedies in Boston & Texas this week. My prayers are with those affected tonight.

Diane Swayer: #BostonStrong

Kirstie Alley: please God please please please comfort these families in Boston..humbled

William Shatner: We are all breathing a sigh of relief tonight.

Mayim Bialik: suspect in custody in boston. shutting down for shabbat. what a day of following the news.

Ryan Adams: Let the good people of Boston breathe easy tonight. We love you. #Boston

Hank Williams Jr: Give thanks to all the law enforcement and other services who helped capture the suspects in #Boston. #America

Henry Winkler: BOSTON sleep well tonight !!!! With admiration and affection, Henry

Debra Messing: THANK YOU Boston Police , FBI. And EVERY Hero that brought safety to the Boston area, and peace of mind to our entire country. #grateful

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