BOTETOURT CO., Va. – Update:
The suspect who barricaded himself before engaging in an armed standoff with police has been identified as Christopher William Holstine.
Holstine is currently being held in the Western Virginia Regional Jail without bond and has been charged with the following.
- Obstruction of justice, resisting arrest, obstructing justice without threats of force
- Traffic- Reckless Driving- Fail to stop for police, attempt to escape or elude
- Traffic- Operators License Drive without a valid license
- Assault- Simple Assault Law Enforcement, Judge, Fire/Rescue Personnel
- Traffic- Reckless Driving Disregard Police Command to Stop, Endangerment
Update:
The BCSO announced in a Tuesday night update that the armed suspect was taken into custody safely and without incident due to successful negotiation efforts.
Authorities said more information will be released when available.
Original:
The Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday that it was currently conducting police operations in the 10000 block of Catawba Road.
According to BCSO, deputies are actively attempting to negotiate a peaceful surrender with an armed barricaded subject who is wanted for felony charges out of Roanoke County.
The situation remains ongoing and BCSO says there is no ongoing threat to the public. Officials are urging the public to avoid the area and to allow law enforcement to safely work without obstruction.
This is a developing story and 10 News will continue to update this story with more information as we receive it.