Pierce County Deputy Uses Lasso to Arrest Chainsaw-Wielding Man

In Pierce County, Washington, deputies used a lasso to safely apprehend a 32-year-old man who was threatening his parents with a chainsaw after he jumped into a pond and refused to come out for nearly an hour. The incident, which occurred near Roy, escalated from an argument with his parents before deputies arrived and attempted to de-escalate the situation. A deputy, experienced in handling large animals, creatively employed a lasso from his vehicle to pull the man from the water without injury. Following his arrest, the man was taken to a local hospital for mental health treatment and was booked for felony harassment. Authorities and family members emphasized the challenges of addressing long-term mental health issues, calling for better societal solutions beyond short-term hospital stays. This case highlights the complexity of mental health crises and law enforcement's efforts to resolve such incidents safely.