Saturday, March 28, 2020

Granby man held without bond after attempted machete chopping spree

(From the Newton County Sheriff's Department)

In reference to the shooting incident that occurred in Newton County yesterday at 25384 Norway Road, one individual has been charged and is in custody. 

Cody S. Bowman, Granby, has been charged with Assault 1st Degree, Burglary 1st Degree and 2 counts of Armed Criminal Action. He is being held without bond.








The incident occurred when Bowman went to the residence on Norway Road and attacked a resident, Joseph Ward, with a machete. Ward managed to obtain a gun and shot Bowman twice. He was treated at a Joplin hospital.

When released he will be brought to the Newton County Jail. The victim was also treated for his injuries.

No motive for the attack is known yet.

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