Man responsible for Misty Forest Drive standoff denied bond
COLUMBUS, Ga. () — A Phenix City man accused of kidnapping his wife and holding police at bay for hours appeared in Russell County Circuit Court Friday morning.
Michael Deshun Jones, 36, was denied bond for his role in the Monday afternoon standoff on Misty Forest Drive.
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Police say Jones' wife and children were able to escape the home, however Jones refused to come out, causing a standoff that lasted for more than five hours. An Aniah's Law hearing was held and Jones was denied bond on the kidnapping and other charges.
Police and prosecutors say Jones made statements on body camera that indicated he would be a threat to the community.
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