Body cam footage shows Volusia County deputies' calm approach in defusing mental health emergency
By: Ormond Beach, FL - A conflict came to a peaceful resolution after Volusia County deputies stepped in to de-escalate a situation that involved a man having a mental health crisis.
On Tuesday, the Volusia County Sheriff's Office (VCSO) responded to a residence in Ormond Beach where a family needed help with a man who was experiencing a mental health crisis and threatening other people.
The family also reported the man had multiple realistic-looking air pistols and a pellet rifle.
Body camera video shows a deputy approaching the scene, attempting to soothe the suspect.
"Can you turn your phone on so I can talk to you?" a Volusia County deputy said.
Deputies can be heard talking to the suspect in a calming voice and asking him if he had any weapons on him.
VCSO deputies were able to calm the suspect down and handcuff him. The video mentions they wanted to take him to a hospital for help.