Barnhart, MO – A Jefferson County man is facing multiple charges after an alleged early-morning shooting at an apartment complex in Barnhart left one person injured.
According to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies arrested 43-year-old Justin Turnbough of Barnhart around 3:20 a.m. Wednesday in the 6600 block of the Stoney Pines Apartment Complex. Authorities said Turnbough allegedly fired a gun into a group of people, striking one victim in the face. The injured individual was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Investigators reported that Turnbough allegedly fired multiple shots from the balcony of his apartment. Sheriff’s deputies took him into custody shortly after the incident. A warrant-authorized search of his home reportedly uncovered several firearms consistent with descriptions provided by victims.
Prosecutors charged Turnbough with three counts each of first-degree assault or attempt and armed criminal action. He is being held at the Jefferson County Jail without bond.
Sheriff Dave Marshak credited swift cooperation with Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney Trisha Stefanski’s office for moving the case forward quickly.
No further details about the condition of the victim or additional suspects have been released. Authorities did not provide information on what may have led to the shooting.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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