Authorities in Pierce County, Washington, utilized a lasso to rescue a 32-year-old man from a pond after he allegedly chased his father with a chainsaw. This incident unfolded over the weekend, prompting neighbors to notify the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office about the man’s threatening behavior toward his parents. Bodycam footage released by the sheriff’s office on Monday illustrates the chaotic scene, where the suspect jumped into a nearby pond while still holding the chainsaw after officers arrived.
For over an hour, the man remained in the pond, refusing to exit despite police attempts to negotiate. Ultimately, deputies resorted to using a lasso to successfully pull him to shore. The footage shows the officers taking the man into custody before he was handcuffed and transported to a local hospital for treatment of mental health issues. The sheriff’s office indicated the man was not identified in the released footage and further emphasized the seriousness of the situation, given the potential danger posed by his actions. The bizarre nature of the case highlights ongoing concerns regarding mental health crises and their impact on public safety.
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