(La Porte, IN) - A La Porte man took off running after the person he threatened with a knife pulled out a gun.

 

That’s the picture drawn from allegations filed against Bryan Cordovan, who's charged in La Porte Circuit Court with multiple counts including Level 5 felony intimidation with a deadly weapon.

 

According to police, Cordova on April 23 was on a bicycle when he asked a man for a ride in the area of Brighton and Heinz streets.  Cordova after his request was turned down began arguing and pulled out a folding knife that he held toward the man in a threatening manner, police said.

 

In response, police said the man pulled out a handgun.  Cordova dropped the knife and fled on foot but he was soon taken into custody after resisting attempts by officers to place him in handcuffs.

 

He’s also charged with resisting law enforcement, disorderly conduct and public intoxication.