A man was found dead inside a Ramona home Monday evening following a standoff with law enforcement that lasted several hours. The incident unfolded in the 1500 block of Royal Vista Drive, prompting a significant response from the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department and the Escondido Police Department.Deputies initially responded to the location and attempted contact with the man throughout the day, but were unable to reach him. Recognizing the potential for a volatile situation, the Sheriff’s SWAT Team and Crisis Negotiation Team were deployed to the scene. The prolonged standoff drew a substantial law enforcement presence to the residential area.
Just before 6:30 p.m., deputies and SWAT officers entered the residence and discovered the man unresponsive in a closet. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Sheriff’s Department stated the investigation is ongoing, but authorities have confirmed there is no ongoing threat to public safety. the circumstances surrounding the man’s death remain under investigation.
