Man with sword surrenders after Strawberry Mansion standoff

Tuesday, December 18, 2018

Man surrenders in sword standoff. Matt O'Donnell reports during Action News Mornings on December 18, 2018.

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia police found themselves in a standoff with a man armed with a sword.

The barricade situation began around 8:20 p.m. Monday on the 2400 block of North Myrtlewood Street in Strawberry Mansion.

Police said they were responding to a 911 call regarding a person on narcotics.

Officers said the man was Tazed to no effect.

Chopper 6 was overhead as officers assembled outside, attempting to gain access to the home.

Police: Man armed with sword holding officers at bay in Strawberry Mansion

Just before the midnight, the man eventually surrendered and was taken into custody.

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