Police Called, Report Of Distressed Man On Roof

May 4, 2013

IMG_00000009 (1)[Updated with video] Police responded to the Crown Hill Lane, Devonshire area early this evening [May 4] after a situation which we understand involved a man on a roof threatening to harm himself.

Police Media Manager Dwayne Caines said, “Police responded to reports of a domestic incident that took place in on Crown Hill Lane in Devonshire.

“As a result a 27-year-old man was on a roof in a vulnerable state.

“Police negotiators were called, and swift action by police saw the man overpowered and taken off the roof. No one was injured, and the man is being taken in for observation,” concluded Mr Caines.

Update 7.14pm: Video statement added

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  1. Honestly says:

    Glad he is safe and receives help if necessary!

  2. Respect says:

    I too am glad that he was safely rescued. I pray he will receive the help that he needs. To many time we ignor ones cry for help.

  3. Fed Up Nana says:

    poor guy!! never say never, nobody knows!!!

  4. Red says:

    BPS thank you for saving this young man.