SOUTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - A chaotic situation in Southwest Miami-Dade came to a peaceful end after, police said, an armed man barricaded himself inside a home.
According to Miami-Dade Police, the subject had made threatening comments on social media. When officers showed up at the residence, located along Southwest 140th Street, Sunday afternoon, he refused to come out.
Investigators said the man told police he was armed with a bat, a sword and other weapons.
Within minutes, police, fire rescue units and the SWAT team swarmed the area, surrounding the house.
The active scene left neighbors shocked and confused.
“My mom said she saw people walking by with machine guns and shields, and so, you know, the worst goes through your head,” said area resident Katherine Smrcka.
The standoff lasted well into the night, as police were heard negotiating with the subject.
“Come on out. We’re not going to hurt you,” an officer said at the scene.
The man eventually walked out with his hands up. Officers moved in and forced him to the ground, ending the standoff.
“He needs help, and I’m glad that this happened for him,” said Smrcka. “Maybe he’ll get the help that he needs, and hopefully this won’t happen again because this a very quiet neighborhood, so I’d like to keep it that way.”
Officials have not identified the man and have not specified what charges, if any, he may face.
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