Yesterday, Novato, CA, faced a brush with firearms-related violence as law enforcement responded to reports of gunshots in a local residence. According to the Novato Police Department, multiple calls were placed to 9-1-1, poring over the sounds of gunfire emanating from a home on Estado Way.
Upon arrival, officials encountered Michael Bodrov, 64, outside the residence. Described as being under the influence of a controlled substance, Bodrov had purportedly discharged a firearm multiple times within the house. Despite attempts to peacefully resolve the conflict, Bodrov initially refused to comply with officers’ demands. Sources indicate that a Novato patrol officer was forced to utilize a non-lethal foam bullet to subdue and safely apprehend the suspect.
Residents nearby were expediently evacuated as safety precautions escalated with the crisis, and a perimeter was established to secure the vicinity. Hoodline reports detail how the integrated response included Novato’s SWAT teams and Crisis Negotiators from both Novato and San Rafael, underscoring the event's gravity where peaceful negotiations were attempted before opting for more forceful measures. "Officers attempted to initiate dialogue with those inside the residence," Hoodline states, aligning with the typical procedure in volatile circumstances.
The home was thoroughly searched by the Novato/San Rafael SWAT Team, confirming that there were no victims inside the premises. Further information released by the Novato Police Department asserted that firearms and ammunition were indeed found in Bodrov’s home. After medical clearance, Bodrov faces charges for Negligent Discharge of a Firearm.
