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NewsWFLA News TampaAugust 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 household items at vehicles and deputies, exposing himself, and barricading himself inside his apartment. The incident resulted in a SWAT team response, a standoff, and multiple felony charges against Butler, including threats to kill law enforcement officers.

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Why It Matters

This incident resulted in property damage to vehicles and a temporary public safety disruption at the Perla Apartments, leading to multiple felony charges for the suspect.

Key Facts

  • Marcus Butler, 40, was arrested following a standoff at the Perla Apartments.
  • Butler faces four counts of criminal mischief, three counts of indecent exposure, battery, resisting an officer, and threats to kill a law enforcement officer.
  • The incident began when Butler allegedly threw household items, including a TV, at vehicles and deputies.
  • Butler allegedly exposed his genitals on his balcony during the incident.
  • Deputies obtained warrants to enter the apartment after Butler barricaded himself inside.
  • The Bay County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team made forced entry into the apartment.
  • Butler allegedly threatened to kill deputies during the standoff.
  • Butler was struck by a less-lethal round and transported to a local hospital for treatment.
  • No deputies were injured during the incident.
  • The investigation into the incident remains ongoing.

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.”