GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — On Friday, June 6, at approximately 3:10 p.m., officers with the Grand Junction Police Department (GJPD) responded to a report of a verbal disturbance in the 2700 block of Helena Court.

GJPD officers determined that a male and female were involved in a domestic dispute at the scene. The male refused to cooperate with officers and barricaded himself inside the residence.

The male exited the residence and was taken into custody after a period of negotiation.

The suspect, Richard Valdez, was arrested and transported to the Mesa County Detention Facility on outstanding warrants, Criminal Mischief, Obstruction and Domestic Violence.

According to GJPD, this is believed to be an isolated incident with no danger to the community.

The incident is currently under

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