14-04-2025
Jasper County deputies shoot man after domestic disturbance call
JASPER, Mo. — The Jasper County Sheriff's Office says deputies shot a man over the weekend following a call for a domestic disturbance.
Gavon Newton, 43, of Joplin is in custody on counts of 4th degree domestic assault, assault on law enforcement, and armed criminal action for allegedly charging law enforcement with a knife early Sunday morning.
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Deputies responded to a call about a 'domestic in progress' at 19724 County Road 70 in Jasper. At the scene, officers say they found Newton armed with a knife, and commanded him to get on the ground. Jasper County Sheriff Randee Kaiser says despite being tased twice, Newton continuously charged officers until a deputy fired their weapon, hitting him.
Newton was treated at the scene until EMS arrived. He was later taken to a local hospital. He remains in custody on no bond.
According to Sheriff Kaiser, the Missouri State Highway Patrol was called in to take over the investigation, which remains ongoing. As part of the standard operating procedures, the deputies have been placed on administrative leave until the investigation is completed.
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