The Bertie County Sheriff’s Office has reported the arrest of an Aulander man after he threatened to kill law enforcement officers who were serving him papers for an involuntary commitment.
According to Sheriff Tyrone Ruffin, deputies arrived at the man’s residence to execute the commitment order when he refused to cooperate. The individual, armed with a pistol, barricaded himself inside the home and made verbal threats against the officers.
Concerned for the safety of everyone involved, the sheriff’s office requested additional support from the Nash County Sheriff’s Response Team and the Sheriff’s Electronic Team. These specialized units were brought in to assist with the situation and ensure a peaceful resolution.
After negotiations and strategic intervention, the individual was taken into custody without any incident. No injuries were reported among law enforcement officers or the suspect during the operation.
Authorities have not released the name of the individual or further details regarding the commitment order. The investigation is ongoing, and law enforcement officials continue to monitor the situation.
