Park County Sheriff reflects on standoff surrender
The surrender didn t happen without a fight.
By: Gaby Krevat
and last updated 2021-02-05 17:12:34-05
LIVINGSTON â âGiven that circumstance, I think it probably ended about as good as it possibly could have.â
Thatâs what Park County Sheriff Brad Bichler says after an over 30-hour long standoff that resulted in no law enforcement injuries, and the surrender of the suspect, Michael Marfuta.
But that surrender didnât come without a fight.
âSo around 10 oâclock last night we were trying to reposition some of our tactical teams around the house,â said Bichler.
Park Co. Sheriff reflects on standoff surrender Wednesday night
Surrender didn t happen without a fight
The surrender didn t happen without a fight.
and last updated 2021-02-06 10:58:52-05
LIVINGSTON â âGiven that circumstance, I think it probably ended about as good as it possibly could have.â
Thatâs what Park County Sheriff Brad Bichler says after an over 30-hour long standoff that resulted in no law enforcement injuries, and the surrender of the suspect, Michael Marfuta.
But that surrender didnât come without a fight.
âSo around 10 oâclock last night we were trying to reposition some of our tactical teams around the house,â said Bichler.
UPDATE: FEB. 4 AT 4 A.M.
After two days, Park County Sheriff Brad Bichler said the armed standoff at View Vista came to an end. According to the Park County Sheriff s Office (PCSO), Marfuta was wounded by law enforcement.Â
Law enforcement spent two days trying to convince Marfuta to surrender. These types of incidents are rate but high risk to the subject, to Law Enforcement and to the public, Bichler said. I appreciate the communities support and understanding. It allowed us to use time to our advantage. Unfortunately, Mr. Marfuta made the decision several times to try and shoot us. When Deputies feel there is an immediate threat to themselves or the public they have a duty to stop that threat.
UPDATE: FEB. 4 AT 4 A.M.
After two days, Park County Sheriff Brad Bichler said the armed standoff at View Vista came to an end. According to the Park County Sheriff s Office (PCSO), Marfuta was wounded by law enforcement.Â
Law enforcement spent two days trying to convince Marfuta to surrender. These types of incidents are rate but high risk to the subject, to Law Enforcement and to the public, Bichler said. I appreciate the communities support and understanding. It allowed us to use time to our advantage. Unfortunately, Mr. Marfuta made the decision several times to try and shoot us. When Deputies feel there is an immediate threat to themselves or the public they have a duty to stop that threat.