Domestic violence suspect arrested after hours-long standoff in Porterville

Wednesday, March 2, 2022
PORTERVILLE, Calif. (KFSN) -- Police have arrested a man accused of attacking a family member and causing an hours-long standoff with officers in Porterville.

Investigators say 29-year-old Angel Martinez assaulted someone during an argument at a home on Putnam near Hillcrest Monday morning.
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Martinez loaded a shotgun, made threats and locked himself in a room with the victim and four children.

After several hours, a SWAT team moved in, and Martinez surrendered.

The victim was taken to the hospital with moderate injuries. The children were not hurt.
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If you are the victim of domestic abuse, or you know someone who is, there is help available 24/7. In Fresno County, call the Marjaree Mason Center at (559) 233-4357. In all other locations, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at (800) 799-7233.

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