Man Arrested for Reckless Discharge After Short Standoff

Reston Police District – A man has been arrested after firing a gun multiple times both inside and outside of his Reston townhouse.

This morning around 1:35 a.m., officers responded to a 11900 block of Barrel Cooper Court in Reston for a person shooting a firearm. As officers approached the townhouse, additional gunshots were heard causing officers to take cover and request additional resources.

With the assistance of our helicopter unit, officers observed the suspect outside his residence holding a handgun while appearing to be under the influence. The suspect fell to the ground and dropped the weapon, giving officers the opportunity to take Mark Ellsbury, 43, of Reston into custody. No community members were harmed by the gunshots.

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Ellsbury was taken to the hospital for treatment due to being under the influence of unknown narcotics. After being released from the hospital, he was taken to the adult detention center and charged with four counts of Reckless Discharge of a Firearm in or at an occupied building. He was held with no bond.

Detectives would like to speak to anyone who may have information about this case. Those with information are asked to call our non-emergency phone number at 703-246-7800. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS (866-411-8477), and by web – Click HERE. Download the ‘P3 Tips’ App “Fairfax Co Crime Solvers”. Anonymous tipsters are eligible for a cash reward. Please leave contact information if you wish for a detective to follow up with you.

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