The Richmond Police Department announced they arrested a man who was armed with a sword inside a local business.
Police say they received a call from a resident who reported an armed subject at a local business in the city’s Northern District. The reporting party told Dispatch that the suspect was armed with a sword. Furthermore, the suspect scared and threatened the patrons while he knocked things over inside the business establishment.
While Richmond officers responded, an employee of the business called to report that the suspect destroyed things inside the business and fled on 23rd St. Officers arrived and located the suspect with the sword.
Police said that through good communication and negotiation skills, officers successfully disarmed the suspect and took him into custody.
If you see suspicious persons, cars or anyone in possession of a firearm illegally or any suspicious items, please report it and if you choose, you may remain anonymous. Call 911 if it is an emergency or (510)233-1214.
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Drug related or mental health issues. Or both.
bravo to richmond police for not shooting the person
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