Man charged in connection to Harrison Twp. SWAT standoff

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A 31-year-old man is facing charges following a reported robbery that resulted in a SWAT standoff in Harrison Twp. Sunday.

William J. Bean was charged with one count of aggravated robbery and two counts of having a weapon while under disability in Vandalia Municipal Court.

His bond was set at $50,000 on Tuesday.

Around 8 a.m. Sunday, Montgomery County sheriff’s deputies responded to a reported aggravated robbery in the 4000 block of Fer Don Road in Harrison Twp.

William J. Bean. Photo courtesy Miami Valley Jails.

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The victim reported reported the suspect, later identified as Bean, pointed a gun at their head and stole money, according to the sheriff’s office.

The victim was able leave the house safely and call 911.

When deputies arrived, Bean was still inside the house and reportedly refused to come outside.

Deputies believed he was armed with a handgun and rifle. The house was secured and Montgomery County Regional SWAT and Hostage Negotiation Team responded.

After hours of negotiations, Bean came outside and was arrested without incident.

Bean and the victim are known to each other, according to the sheriff’s office.

Staff writer Holly Souther contributed to this report.

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