Man arrested after barricading himself in stolen car

BY RYLEE DUNN RDUNN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

A 36-year-old man, Arturo Chavarin, was taken into custody by Arvada Police after a three-hour standoff with officers, according to APD Public Information Office Chase Amos. The standoff occurred near 54th Avenue and Cody Street around 6:30 a.m. on May 31.

Following the standoff, Charavin was taken into custody and taken to the Jefferson County Jail, where he will face potential charges of Felony Menacing, Auto Theft and Narcotics Possession.

Officers were on patrol in the area when they ran a check on a red Toyota 4-Runner parked near 54th and Cody. In doing so, the officers found that the vehicle was reported stolen out of Denver. At this time, officers observed Chara - vin “asleep” in the driver’s seat.

When officers maneuvered police cars to block the vehicle, Charavin woke up and attempted to flee by moving the vehicle. Charavin also stated that he was holding a gun, which officers confirmed.

When officers tried negotiating with the suspect, Charavin said he was “Not walking away” and “Not going back to prison.” Charavin

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was confirmed to have a prior felony parole violation warrant out for his arrest. After negotiations stalled, the Jefferson County Regional Swat Team arrived to assist.

At about 9:47 a.m., Charavin threw his firearm — which was later found to be a replica — out of the vehicle. He was then apprehended by authorities and taken to the Jefferson County Jail.