A Ruston man was arrested May 30 following a reported disturbance at a residence, according to a Ruston Police Department report.
Jason Mabry, 47, was arrested at approximately 8:57 p.m. on Cinnamon Lane.
According to the report, police responded to a call regarding a disturbance involving an intoxicated man causing a disturbance. Upon arrival, officers observed Mabry sitting in a chair in front of an apartment exhibiting signs of impairment.
The report states Mabry told officers he had a knife in his pocket. While officers were speaking to him, he stood up and reached for the pocket, stating he did not need to deal with officers before attempting to enter his residence. Officers told Mabry he was under arrest, but attempted to go inside and reached for his pocket. He was restrained and taken into custody.
According to the report, officers talked with residents of neighboring apartments who said Mabry had made numerous threats toward them, including threats to kill them and to cut them up.
He was booked for disturbing the peace and resisting an officer. Bail was set at $1,000.
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