OPD: Thursday firearm discharge leads to arrest

April 5, 2024 | 2:33 pm

Updated April 5, 2024 | 2:33 pm

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John Clark Jr., 30, of Owensboro, was arrested Thursday afternoon after firing a gun inside an occupied apartment, according to the Owensboro Police Department.

OPD responded to a firearm discharge call on the 1300 Block of Bowie Trail at 4:47 p.m. Officers interviewed witnesses and processed the scene for evidence.

Upon investigating, officers located two firearms and evidence of a firearm discharge within the residence. Clark was then arrested and transported to Daviess County Detention Center on the following charge:

  • Wanton Endangerment – 1st Degree

Clark has previously been charged with:

  • Disorderly Conduct – 2nd Degree

Anyone with additional information can call OPD at 270-687-8888 or leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers at 270-687-8484.

April 5, 2024 | 2:33 pm

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