Conflicting Reports of Arrest in Marathon Bombing

In a confusing and emotional afternoon, Boston Police report that no arrest has been made in the Boston Marathon bombing case. The official response comes after several national and local news outlets reported officials had a man in custody.

The FBI also released a statement saying there was no suspect in custody at this time, and implored the media to be careful when reporting on this case.

"Contrary to widespread reporting, no arrest has been made in connection with the Boston Marathon attack," read the FBI statement. "Over the past day and a half, there have been a number of press reports based on information from unofficial sources that has been inaccurate. Since these stories often have unintended consequences, we ask the media, particularly at this early stage of the investigation, to exercise caution and attempt to verify information through appropriate official channels before reporting."

Early Wednesday afternoon, CNN's John King reported he had two sources saying an arrest had been made. One from National Security, one a Boston Law Enforcement official. 

Several national news organizations are offering conflicting reports. Patch has a reporter at the federal courthouse  and will provide more information as it becomes available.

Surveillance video taken from Lord & Taylor and a Boston television station have allowed investigators to identify a suspect in Monday's Boston Marathon bombings, according to CNN.

The Associated Press is reporting a law enforcement official says an arrest is imminent in the marathon bombing and the suspect is to be brought to court.

Some outlets are reporting an arrest is imminent or is already in place, but Patch has not been able to confirm.

Boston.com is reporting a law enforcement official has a photo of a possible suspect at the second bomb site.

Security video of the incident captured a "clear image" of the suspect's face while placing the package authorities are looking for, according to other reports.

Patch will provide updates as they become available.