Individual barricaded with sword and firearm leads to tense negotiations with Conway SWAT

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CONWAY, Ark. – Conway police successfully resolved a tense situation Tuesday involving an individual armed with both a sword and a firearm.

Authorities say officers were called to a residence on Rich Smith Lane after reports of a domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, officers learned that a person had barricaded themselves inside a bedroom, armed with the weapons.

SWAT officers and crisis negotiators were quickly deployed to the scene, and after negotiations, the situation was brought to a peaceful resolution without any injuries.

The identity of the individual involved has not been released, and investigators have indicated that charges are pending.

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