A Marstons Mills man was arrested after allegedly using a high-powered airgun to shoot at tree workers in a disturbing incident that occurred late last month. According to the Barnstable Police Department's social media post, 34-year-old Kyle Stacey is facing multiple charges, including assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. Officers were initially called to the quiet area of Tanbark Road on Tuesday morning after a report of a bullet hole in a residence's window, a seemingly isolated event until it escalated dramatically.
It was not long after authorities had left the scene that they were called back—this time to confront the alarming reality of Stacey allegedly targeting workers from the trees where they were working. This prompted a second response from specialized units, including the Cape Cod Regional SWAT Team, after making contact with Stacey, who promptly retreated into his home and refused to comply with orders. During the stand-off that ensued, Stacey eventually surrendered and was apprehended without further harm.
Upon executing a search warrant at Stacey's residence, law enforcement recovered not only the alleged weapon—a Vulcan 3 .30 caliber airgun capable of firing projectiles at notable speeds—but also an array of .30 caliber projectiles and firearm maintenance gear. The Vulcan airgun, found equipped with a scope, can shoot lead projectiles up to 1,000 Feet Per Second, making it a weapon not to be underestimated in its destructive potential.
Kyle Stacey was consequently transported to the Barnstable Police Department, where he seemingly faced the gravity of his actions, charged with three separate offenses, including Vandalism and Resisting Arrest, besides the initial Assault and Battery charge. Stacey's defiant stance at his residence initially refused to exit, only adding to the severity of the situation. With bail set at $15,000 cash, an arraignment is scheduled at Barnstable District Court, ready to face the consequences of that fateful day.
