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NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 14, 2026Hillsborough

Panama City Beach man arrested on felony charges following SWAT standoff

Marcus Butler, 40, was taken into custody by the Bay County Sheriff’s Office after allegedly throwing items at vehicles, exposing himself, and barricading himself inside his apartment. The incident resulted in multiple felony charges, including battery and threats to kill law enforcement officers, following a standoff that required a SWAT team intervention.

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Why It Matters

The incident resulted in property damage to vehicles and a temporary public safety response at the Perla Apartments in Panama City Beach.

Key Facts

  • Marcus Butler, 40, was arrested following a standoff at the Perla Apartments.
  • Charges include four counts of criminal mischief, three counts of indecent exposure, battery, resisting arrest, and threats to kill a law enforcement officer.
  • The incident began when the suspect allegedly threw household items, including a TV, at vehicles and deputies.
  • The suspect allegedly exposed his genitals on his balcony.
  • The Bay County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team performed a forced entry after the suspect barricaded himself inside.
  • The suspect allegedly threatened deputies by saying, 'Imma kill y’all.'
  • The suspect was struck by a less-lethal round during the standoff.
  • The suspect was transported to a local hospital for treatment following the arrest.
  • No deputies were injured during the incident.
  • Multiple vehicles, including patrol units, sustained damage.

Who's Mentioned

organizationBay County Sheriff’s Office“The law enforcement agency that responded to the incident and conducted the arre”personMarcus Butler“The individual arrested and charged following the standoff.”locationPerla Apartments“The location where the incident occurred.”other40“Age of the suspect.”