Good evening. We now know the standoff that forced part of the Mission District was all over a fake gun. Today Police Confirmed Samantha Helstrom brandished a replica firearm. People were evacuated out of concern for Public Safety saying there was an armed suspect barricaded inside a hotel. The standoff lasted over seven hours and had a major impact on businesses in that area. It sure did. New at 6 00, abc 7 reporter, melanie, she says she doesnt remember a thing. Reporter Samantha Helstrom said she was sorry for scaring anyone with a replica gun. Property and time can be recouped. Police released her mug shot today but she asked us not to show her face. Inside the county jail, Samantha Helstrom described what happened on valencia street. Feeling depressed ill go and drink alcohol. I decided to buy a large bottle. Reporter she se shez fell asleep watching a movie. They were telling me samantha we need you to come out of your room. I told them i didnt do anything. Reporter police say he
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