DERBY, CT — A mental health crisis was safely resolved Thursday afternoon after Derby Police Department officers responded to a call at a Caroline Street apartment.
At 2:25 p.m., officers were dispatched to the residence where a man had barricaded himself inside, refusing to leave.
To ensure public safety, surrounding streets were closed as the situation unfolded.
With support from Shelton Police Department, which assisted in establishing a secure perimeter, Derby officers successfully made contact with the individual via phone.
A trained negotiator from Shelton PD helped persuade the man to exit the apartment.
He was then transported to a local hospital for a mental health evaluation.
The incident ended without physical confrontation.
Authorities expressed gratitude to the community for their patience during the road closures, which were lifted around 5:00 p.m. once the area was deemed safe.
