This reminds me of that Warner Bros. cartoon where Daffy is dragooned into performing his top shelf act. He downs gallons of gasoline, dynamite, etc etc and finally, a match. There is a terrific explosion. The crowd goes wild. Bugs sez, "They love you Daffy, they want an encore" to which Daffy replies "I know, I know, but I can only do it once" as his spirit drifts into the afterlife.
Some guy allegedly threatens roomies with a knife and raps. Send the SWAT team.
Domestic violence? Sorry, ma'am. We can't do anything 'till you or one of your children is killed, and that's when we'll protect you in a nice, clean cell.