Man had thousands of rounds of ammo while barricaded inside DeKalb County home

A standoff in DeKalb County, Georgia, ended peacefully on Monday night when 28-year-old Zachary Benjamin surrendered to the police after barricading himself inside a home for several hours. The DeKalb County Police SWAT Team responded to the scene, which was heightened by reports that Benjamin had thousands of rounds of ammunition in his possession. As the hours passed, law enforcement negotiated with him, ensuring the safety of nearby residents. Around 11 p. m.

, he exited the residence and was taken into custody without any further escalation. Benjamin was booked into the DeKalb County Jail at approximately 2:30 a. m. on two counts of aggravated assault on a police presence. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about armed standoffs in suburban areas and their impact on community safety.

Officials are likely to review procedures for handling such situations to prevent future occurrences. This event serves as a reminder of the complexities involved in law enforcement and public safety.