BUTTE - Butte Police SWAT was involved in an incident in the 4800 block of South Utah Street in Butte Wednesday evening.
Patrol officers had responded to an incident where a male who was involved in a domestic incident had barricaded himself inside a residence. The male was armed with several knives and it was believed he may also have a handgun.
Negotiators did communicate with the male for over two hours. At approximately 9 pm, the SWAT Team forced entry to the house and the male was taken into custody.
No one was injured during the incident. However, A-1 Ambulance and Butte Fire Rescue were staged at the scene in the event of injuries.
More information will be provided when available.
