An unexpected standoff in Greenwood on Wednesday left some residents stranded in their neighborhood for hours. The incident took place in a residence on Blossom Drive, near U.S. 31 and Worthsville Road. Fortunately, no one was injured during the tense situation.
The standoff, which commenced five hours earlier, unfolded when authorities received a call regarding a distressed man who purportedly threatened self-harm. In response, a significant police presence, including SWAT units, swiftly descended upon the scene.
According to Matt Fillenwarth, Greenwood’s assistant police chief, the man discharged several shots inside the house, thankfully without causing any injuries. After tear gas was deployed, the individual voluntarily left the house and surrendered to authorities.
Local residents expressed their shock over the incident. One nearby resident stated, “It’s kind of unsettling—this is unusual for Greenwood.” Despite the commotion, the man was taken to the hospital for evaluation and currently faces no criminal charges.
As a safety measure, law enforcement will confiscate any firearms discovered within the house. The community can now breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that the standoff concluded peacefully without any harm done.