Man accused of stabbing multiple Richland Parish sheriff's deputies during arrest; accused of attempted murder | KTVE

RICHLAND PARISH (KTVE/KARD) — On Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:26 p.m., Richland Parish Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a disturbance and learned that Colby Bazan, 23, had allegedly threatened to harm members of his family.

Upon arrival, deputies were unable to locate Bazan at the residence. Authorities say they obtained an arrest warrant for Bazan on charges of simple assault and criminal trespass.

Deputies were able to make contact with Bazan by phone and he agreed to go to the sheriff's office to speak with officials. He arrived at the sheriff's office around 11 p.m. and was informed he was under arrest.

Bazan then allegedly fled the scene on foot. The deputies were able to take control of Bazan and a struggle ensued. During the struggle, Bazan pulled out a knife and allegedly stabbed two deputies multiple times. Deputies were able to disarm Bazan and take him into custody.

The deputies were transported to Richardson Medical Center where they were treated and released. Bazan was transported to the Richland Parish Detention Center where he was booked on charges of simple assault, criminal trespass and three counts of attempted first degree murder of a police officer.

His bail was set at $1,000,000.