New Braunfels Standoff Ends Peacefully After Armed Man Barricades in Voss Farms Home
Guadalupe County Constables Threatened During Eviction Attempt; Suspect Charged with Aggravated Assault of a Public Servant
NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas — A high-tension police standoff in the Voss Farms neighborhood of New Braunfels ended without injuries Thursday afternoon after law enforcement officers arrested a 64-year-old man who barricaded himself inside his home and threatened deputies with a firearm.
According to authorities, the incident began when the Guadalupe County Constable’s Office attempted to serve a writ of possession at a residence in the 2000 block of Carter Lane. The male resident, later identified as John Michael Herrmann, reportedly pointed a weapon at the Constables, prompting them to retreat and request assistance from the New Braunfels Police Department.
NBPD arrived at the scene at approximately 10 a.m. and determined that Herrmann was armed and had barricaded himself inside the home. Officers confirmed the threat was contained to the single residence and that no other individuals were inside.
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Out of an abundance of caution, Voss Farms Elementary School was placed on secure status. Around 1 p.m., New Braunfels ISD transported students to another location for safe reunification with their parents.
The New Braunfels SWAT team and crisis negotiators worked throughout the day to convince Herrmann to surrender peacefully. At approximately 4:15 p.m., officers entered the residence and placed the suspect under arrest without incident.
Herrmann has been charged with Aggravated Assault of a Public Servant under Texas Penal Code 22.02(b)(2)(B), a first-degree felony. He is being held in the Guadalupe County Jail on a $250,000 bond, with additional charges pending.
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There were no reported injuries to officers, civilians, or the suspect. Investigators remained at the scene into the evening hours. Officials have stated that the event was isolated and that there is no ongoing threat to public safety.
This incident underscores the serious risk law enforcement officers face during routine service calls and highlights the swift response by New Braunfels Police to secure the area and protect nearby schools.
Source: News4SA
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