EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — Deputies from the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office arrested 44-year-old Armando Alvarado following an anonymous tip regarding his location. The arrest occurred on Tuesday, after Alvarado was wanted for multiple charges, including failure to comply with sex offender duties, assault-family violence, and filing false reports to induce emergency responses.
Authorities acted on the tip and quickly located Alvarado, but when they approached him, he barricaded himself inside a residence. According to officials, Alvarado threatened to shoot law enforcement officers during the standoff. In response, deputies set up a perimeter and initiated negotiations to peacefully resolve the situation.
After a brief standoff, Alvarado surrendered without further incident and was taken into custody. Along with the original charges, he was charged with obstruction or retaliation and making a terroristic threat against a peace officer.
Following his arrest, Alvarado was booked into the El Paso County Detention Facility with a total bond set at $47,500.
The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office made it clear that they are committed to protecting the community and ensuring that individuals who pose a risk to public safety are held accountable. A spokesperson for the office emphasized, “We will continue to pursue those who pose a risk to public safety and ensure they face justice.”
This arrest highlights the diligence of law enforcement in dealing with individuals who attempt to avoid justice and the safety measures taken to handle potentially dangerous situations.
