Mental Health Crisis with Potential Violence at 1813 North NAC Circle

Summary: Mesa Police responded to a mental health crisis involving a male subject at 1813 North NAC Circle. The subject, described as a white male in his 40s with a history of violence (including strangulation), had locked himself in a room and was refusing to communicate with crisis line workers. Multiple adults, including his stepmother, a caregiver, and two other adults in wheelchairs, were present in the residence. The subject was reportedly upset with police response and had access to kitchen knives, though no firearms were known to be present. Officers coordinated with friends and family, staged nearby, and attempted to establish contact while ensuring the safety of all involved. The situation was monitored closely due to the subject's history and the presence of vulnerable adults.