The man is described as Caucasian, in his late 50s or 60s, 5’6” tall, medium to heavy build, and wearing a beige “Tilley” style hat, a beige shirt and dark shorts. He had a webbed folding chair. Police said the suspect left the Hamsterly Beach parking lot in a beige SUV with a large bike rack on the back prior to their arrival. “While our officers continue to investigate this disturbing incident, we are appealing to the public for any information, as the beach and surrounding area were very busy over the weekend and there may be witnesses out there that have yet to come forward,” said Const. Markus Anastasiades.
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When officers searched the man after his arrest, they found he was carrying more weapons. The man was transported to the hospital for the injuries he sustained in the arrest. He was later released from police custody with a court date and conditions. Police are recommending charges of mischief and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. The file remains under investigation. Just after 10 p.m., patrol and canine officers headed to the mall after receiving a report that a man had threatened security officers with a knife. When the security officers confronted the man, he jumped on several patio tables outside the mall, brandished the knife then ran off on foot.
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