Police arrest man after five-hour standoff at Santa Cruz beach
Briefly

Jason Monroe, a 46-year-old man, caused a five-hour standoff at Main Beach, prompting a heavy police response after erratic behavior including throwing rocks at the public.
During the standoff, officers worked with a crisis negotiator and a mental health liaison, employing less-lethal methods for Monroe's eventual surrender after causing significant disruptions.
Read at The Mercury News
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