Authorities say a former neurosurgeon accused of drugging and sexually assaulting a woman became involved in a dangerous armed standoff with law enforcement after officers attempted to take him into custody.

Investigators reported that the suspect had been under investigation following allegations that he used prescription medications to incapacitate a victim before committing a sexual assault. The accusations prompted authorities to obtain an arrest warrant and move forward with efforts to detain him.

According to police, when officers located the suspect, the situation quickly escalated. Officials say the man allegedly told law enforcement he “would not be taken into custody alive,” triggering a tense confrontation that ultimately led to an exchange of gunfire between the suspect and officers.

Law enforcement responded in large numbers to secure the area and ensure the safety of nearby residents as the situation unfolded. Authorities have not yet released full details about the exact location of the incident or whether anyone else was injured during the standoff.

The case has also drawn attention to the suspect’s past medical career, with officials reviewing his professional history and examining whether the allegations may be connected to other potential incidents.

Police say the investigation remains ongoing as detectives continue working to determine the full sequence of events leading up to the armed confrontation. Additional information is expected to be released as the case develops.