On Sunday, a tense situation unfolded on Tamalpais Avenue in Novato when a man, identified as 58-year-old Matthew Malouf, reportedly attacked another individual with a hammer. The Novato Police Department responded to 911 calls regarding the incident, swiftly setting up a perimeter around the scene upon their arrival.
According to a social media post by the Novato Police Department, the attempted assault took place around 3 PM. Malouf is said to have followed the victim, who has limited mobility, while allegedly threatening their life. The attack was disrupted when a passerby intervened, prompting Malouf to retreat into his residence before the police’s arrival.
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