UPDATE: Deputies say an armed suspect was safely taken into custody after a brief standoff in Fleming Island.
A Clay County spokesperson says people are being allowed back into their homes off Calming Water Drive.
We received info of an armed subject suffering from mental health concerns. Every precaution was used in order to keep the community safe, while negotiating with the subject. These measures were successful and the subject surrendered, bringing this to a peaceful resolve. #CCSOFL
— Clay County Sheriff's Office, FL (@ccsofl) September 19, 2018
Homes in a Clay County neighborhood are being evacuated as deputies work to make contact with someone inside an apartment, the sheriff's office said.
Deputies have closed off the complex off Calming Water Drive and some residences have been evacuated as a precaution, according to CCSO.
A spokesperson says SWAT was called after reports of a person who might be armed.
CLOSED/EVACUATED AREA: Due to law enforcement activity in the area of Calming Water Drive our agency has closed off the complex.
— Clay County Sheriff's Office, FL (@ccsofl) September 19, 2018
As a precautionary measure, some residents of this area have been evacuated until further notice. Please be patient and we will update you soon. pic.twitter.com/NE8DR040xm
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