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Pompano beach stabbing leads to SWAT standoff – NBC 6 South Florida

An early-morning stabbing led to a standoff with authorities in Pompano Beach on Sunday.

Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies and Pompano Beach Fire Rescue initially responded to a stabbing call just before 5 am near the 700 block of Northwest 15th Court.

They found a man with lacerations to his body, BSO stated. He was rushed to a nearby hospital in an unknown condition.

While on scene, investigators learned the alleged stabber barricaded himself inside a home nearby. BSO’s SWAT Team responded to assist, the sheriff’s office confirmed.

The suspect was later taken into custody. The investigation continues.