Early Friday morning, a coordinated effort by local law enforcement led to the arrest of a 52-year-old man in Wimberley, following a SWAT operation. The Hays County Sheriff's Office reported the incident occurred at about 3 a.m. in the 4000 block of Ledgerock Road, where the Hays County SWAT Team conducted a warrant service. According to CBS Austin, Raymond Banda was taken into custody without incident and is presently held at the Hays County Jail.
While the outcome of the operation was considered effective, Banda stands accused on multiple charges. As detailed by FOX 7 Austin, the charges against him include Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Terroristic Threat Family Member/Household MA, and a Motion to Revoke Probation from Brown County. Arrested without incident, Hays County Jail currently houses the accused awaiting further proceedings.
The Sheriff's Office encourages anyone with information about the incident to assist by contacting Hays County Crime Stoppers. Tips can be given anonymously by calling 1-800-324-TIPS (8477), submitting a tip online, or using the P3 Tips app on a smartphone, as per CBS Austin.
