THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 16, 2021 Page 11 Everett police apprehend man armed with a sword By Christopher Roberson S hortly after midnight on July 12, Everett police responded to an apartment building on Bucknam Street where they encountered a man who was allegedly brandishing a sword. After arriving on the scene, officers discovered that the man, identified as Jason Gaff, 45, of Everett, had barricaded himself in the building. Additional officers and a SWAT team were called in to assist and rescued a resident from the building. According to the preliminary investigation, a 911 call was made by a woman who knew Gaff and reportedly told police that he was threatening her and her mother. Gaff then came out of the building and “advanced” toward officers holding a weapon, believed to be a sword, over his head. In addition, he allegedly told police that he was also armed with a knife and a gun. According to police, a sponge round was fired at Gaff; however, the less than lethal measure proved to be ineffective. At that point, an officer fired one round and struck Gaff. First aid was administered at the scene. Gaff was then taken to Massachusetts General Hospital and is expected to survive. One of the officers was also taken to the hospital as a precaution. According to the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office, Gaff has been charged with three counts of assault with a dangerous weapon. “I am thankful that this incident was brought under control while protecting all those that live in the neighborhood and that none of our officers were hurt,” said Police Chief Steven Mazzie. The incident remains under investigation. Protect Yourself. Protect Your Family. IT’S OPEN TO EVERYONE Anyone who lives, works, or studies in MA can get the vaccine. Getting vaccinated won’t affect your immigration status. Security may be present; but is only there to keep you healthy and safe. IT’S SAFE Getting vaccinated is a powerful tool against COVID-19. The vaccine is safe and effective. The more people who are vaccinated, the safer we all are. IT’S FREE The vaccine is free. No health insurance needed. No ID needed. No ID or Insurance Needed. SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT AT mass.gov/CovidVaccine Commonwealth of Massachusetts Anyone 12+ can get their COVID Vaccine
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