UPDATE - The first name of arrested person misspelled in the previous release.  The correct spelling is Gabreial.  The Redmond Police Department regrets the error.

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Redmond, OR – On March 27, 2020, at approximately 5:40 PM, officers from the Redmond Police Department responded to the 2200 block of SW 33rd Street after receiving a report of a male armed with a weapon who had purportedly threatened others in the area. 

An investigation revealed a nearby homeowner was having a “Stay Home, Save Lives” compliant birthday party for their child.   In the spirit of social distancing, friends would drive by, honk their horn, and sing happy birthday while inside their vehicles. 

According to witnesses, 45-year-old Gabreial Russell, walked out of his house wearing a gas mask and holding a weapon, while allegedly making threatening statements to those participating in the party. Redmond Police Officers and Detectives at the scene were able to take Mr. Russell into custody without incident.  A search warrant for Mr. Russell’s residence was obtained where additional evidence was seized.  The investigation determined the weapon Mr. Russell possessed was a realistic-looking MP5-style BB rifle.    

Mr. Russel was lodged at the Deschutes County Jail on charges of Menacing and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.