In an update to our earlier report, authorities say one person is in custody following an altercation that led to shots fired early Sunday morning, in Adair. Following an investigation, 21-year old Keith Franklin, of Florissant, Missouri, was arrested on charges of Intimidation With a Dangerous Weapon, Possession of a Firearm by a Felon, Reckless Use of a Firearm, Disorderly Conduct, and Public Intoxication.

Keith Franklin

His arrest followed an investigation into fight in progress that took place at around 1:33-a.m. at 607 Stuart Street, in Adair. Authorities say alcohol was involved in the disturbance. Two men identified as Keith Franklin and Shawn Conn were asked to leave the home, but they refused. After police were called, both men left the home, with two shots being fired soon after. One of the shots was directed toward the residence, the other was fired into the air down the street.

Both men were arrested at around 2:05-a.m.  Shell casings from the gun were found behind the residence and Deputies found two shell casings and one bullet still intact that was rejected from the firearm.

Keith Franklin is being held in the Adair County Jail on $10,000 bond. Conn was released and no charges filed.

The Adair County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by Deputies from Cass, Audubon, Guthrie and Shelby Counties. And the Iowa State Patrol.