Thursday, June 28, 2007
YOUNGSTOWN — It took a 40 mm rubber bean-bag round — shot into a rump — and the threat of tear gas to end a three-hour standoff that began after firefighters ducked for cover from what looked like an assault rifle.
Three men arrested at 57 E. Delason Ave. Wednesday night after a massive show of police force, including hostage negotiators and The Bear, a tactical response vehicle, were video arraigned Thursday in municipal court:
• William C. Pietz, 29, the resident, is charged with misconduct at an emergency, aggravated menacing and obstructing official business. His bond is $100,000.
• James Young, 51, of Williamson Avenue is charged with inducing panic, aggravated menacing, misconduct at an emergency and obstructing official business. His bond is $150,000.
• Joseph E. Williamson, 21, of Williamson Avenue is charged with misconduct at an emergency and obstructing official business. His bond is $10,000.
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