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Nipomo man arrested after hours-long standoff and shelter-in-place

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UPDATE (3:16 p.m.) - The Shelter in Place was issued during an hours-long standoff between deputies from the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office and Bobby Heredia, 36.

According to the County Sheriff's Office, at approximately 11:30 p.m. on July 24, Heredia damaged a car and threatened to kill its owner.

Deputies responded to the conflict, but Heredia left the scene before they arrived.

Shortly after, Heredia was reportedly found barricaded in his home on East Price Street in Nipomo.

Throughout the night, sheriff's officials said he went outside and challenged deputies to fight. He also threw rocks and bricks at their vehicles.

Heredia remained non-compliant as the Sheriff's Crisis Negotiation Team attempted to end the standoff peacefully.

At around 6 a.m. on July 25, Heredia stepped out of his residence and was immediately taken into custody.

County officials say he was arrested for felony vandalism and criminal threats.
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(7:25 a.m.) - The San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office issued a Shelter in Place in Nipomo around 6:30 a.m. due to ongoing law enforcement activity.

From E Thompson Avenue to E Chestnut Street, to Cedarwood Street to E Knotts Street, residents were advised to not enter the area.

At 7:06 a.m., the order was lifted. For more emergency updates and information on the alerts, visit San Luis Obispo County's page.

This is a developing story, and the cause has yet to be revealed. We will continue to share updates as they are provided.