MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Milwaukee police responded to a hostage situation late Wednesday, Dec. 21, leading to one arrest.

Two women from Palmyra, one 34-year-old and one 26-year-old were reportedly being held against their will before calling 911 during an escape attempt from a residence near N. 77th St. and W. Hampton.

Police responded to the residence at around 3:09 a.m. and were able to locate and remove the victims.

A 52-year-old Milwaukee man was taken into custody with charges pending review by the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office.