A Bassett man was charged in connection with what was initially reported as a disturbance on October 16. The Martinsville/Henry County Communication Center received the call around 12:59 a.m. Wednesday, reporting a disturbance at 1340 Morningside Dr., Bassett.
Henry County Sheriff’s and Patrick County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the location. Upon arrival, authorities found that Jonathan Robert Forcier, 31, of the same address, had allegedly assaulted both his wife and another man. The wife sustained minor injuries but did not require medical attention. The second individual fled the area before deputies arrived
it was determined that Jonathan Robert Forcier, 31, of the same address had assaulted both his wife and another male individual. The wife sustained minor injuries that required no medical attention, while the other man allegedly fled the area before law enforcement arrived on scene.
As deputies approached the camper, Forcier allegedly armed himself with a knife, made threats to law enforcement, and expressed intentions of self-harm. Forcier subsequently barricaded himself inside the camper. Deputies initiated communications with Forcier to try and de-escalate the situation. Despite repeated commands, Forcier allegedly refused to comply and began to inflict minor cuts to his right arm and leg. Due to the escalation of the situation, the Henry County SWAT Team and Crisis Negotiations Team were contacted to assist.
After several hours of attempted negotiations, it became evident that Forcier was not willing to peacefully surrender. To prevent further escalation, the SWAT Team deployed chemical munitions into the camper. Forcier then exited the camper, and he was taken into custody without further incident. He was taken to SOVA Health of Martinsville where he was treated for his self-inflicted injuries and subsequently released.
Forcier was charged with assault and battery against family member. He is being held in the Henry County Adult Detention Center under no bond.
The Henry County Sheriff’s Office thanked their counterparts at the Patrick County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance in this incident.
