Crossbow Drama Ends in Tragedy: Man Dies After Fiery Standoff at Wootton Pub
A tragic standoff at the Chequers Inn ends in death as a man with a crossbow succumbs to injuries after a police confrontation.
A Fiery Incident at the Chequers Inn
A man armed with a crossbow tragically died from self-inflicted wounds following a tense standoff with police at the Chequers Inn, a historic pub in Wootton, which was engulfed in flames.
The Start of the Chaos
Emergency services responded to a welfare check on the man at around 10:15 AM on Friday, September 19. Shortly after their arrival, the pub caught fire, leading to alarming reports from locals about explosions that 'shook the tiles off the roof' of the 400-year-old establishment.
Police Response and Negotiation Efforts
In an effort to resolve the situation peacefully, specialist officers and negotiators were deployed. However, by 12:45 PM, the man exited the building with serious injuries and was quickly transported to the hospital, where he sadly passed away on Sunday.
Aftermath and Investigations
The Independent Office for Police Conduct has been notified as per standard protocol, and investigations are ongoing. The Chequers Inn, originally a farmhouse and a Grade II listed building, is now completely destroyed, with only a chimney standing. A spokesperson from the Campaign for Real Ale lamented, 'The pub is absolutely gone.'
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