Wanted Subject Barricaded Inside Residence Leads to Multiple Arrests in Bassett, Virginia
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Bassett, VA – November 12, 2025 — A tense, hours-long standoff in Bassett, Virginia, ended with three individuals taken into custody on November 11 after deputies attempted to serve an arrest warrant at a residence on Longview Drive.
At approximately 9:20 PM, deputies with the Henry County Sheriff’s Office arrived at 607 Longview Drive to arrest a wanted subject.
Upon their arrival, authorities were able to hear movement inside the residence, but despite repeated attempts to communicate, no one would answer the door.
After exhausting all efforts to make contact with the occupants, the deputies applied for and were granted a search warrant.
The Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team was then called in to assist. Officers continued issuing clear, loud announcements for the individuals inside to come out, but the standoff continued for several hours.
After nearly three hours of negotiation and calls for the individuals to surrender, one person finally emerged from the residence and was immediately taken into custody.
Deputies then entered the home and systematically searched the property.
In the process, they arrested two more wanted individuals, including one who was hiding inside a footlocker in an attempt to evade capture.
The following individuals were arrested:
Derrick Lyn Philippe, 39 years old
No Bond
Charges:
Violation of Virginia Code Section 18.2-460 – Obstructing Justice (Henry County)
Violation of Virginia Code Section 18.2-251 – First Offender Violation (Franklin County)
Violation of Virginia Code Section 19.2-306 – Probation Violation (Franklin County)
Violation of Virginia Code Section 18.2-248 – Sell, Distribute Schedule III Drugs (3 counts, Franklin County)
Levi Enoch Dunmire, 38 years old
No Bond
Charges:
Violation of Virginia Code Section 19.2-306 – Probation Violation (4 Counts)
Sarah Burnette Foster, 37 years old
Bond: $2,000
Charges
Violation of Virginia Code Section 18.2-460 – Obstructing Justice
Sheriff Wayne Davis praised the efforts of the deputies and the SWAT team in handling the situation with professionalism and patience.
“Our deputies and SWAT personnel displayed professionalism and patience throughout this incident. Their methodical approach ensured that the situation was resolved safely, without injury to anyone involved. I’m proud of their teamwork and dedication to protecting our community,” Davis said.
The standoff, which began late in the evening, was resolved peacefully, and all three individuals are now facing multiple charges across several jurisdictions. Investigations into additional potential charges are ongoing.
This incident highlights the Henry County Sheriff’s Office's commitment to ensuring public safety and enforcing justice, even in challenging and high-risk situations.
As of now, all arrested individuals are being held without bond or under bond conditions, pending further legal proceedings.