Sealy PD involved in intense standoff

SEALY — The Sealy Police Department was involved in an intense standoff July 17 at the Retreat Apartments at 1500 Highway 90 West in Sealy.

The Sealy PD received a call about a male apartment resident who threatened family members and law enforcement, which the police department is calling a personal crisis.

The police established a perimeter around the location after learning that the threatening male may have access to firearms. Attempts to contact him by phone were unsuccessful. Because officers were unable to es tablish communication with the individual, the Austin County Regional Special Response Team was called in to assist.