On arrival deputies were advised the subject was possible suicidal. While deputies waited for additional units the subject fled the residence to a wooded area behind the residence.
Shortly after the subject fled the residence deputies started taking gun fire. Bates County Sheriffs Emergency Response Team was activated and responded to the area.
An additional tactical team from Cass County was requested and responded. A call for assistance was placed to neighboring agencies and the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Deputies from Cass County, Vernon County, St Clair County and MSHP responded.
Approximately 30 min ago the subject surrendered without incident. The subject was transported to the Bates County Sheriffs Office.
Approximately 30 min ago the subject surrendered without incident. The subject was transported to the Bates County Sheriffs Office.