Teen Fires Gun in Home, Two Injured | Jefferson City News

A terrifying early morning standoff erupted in Fayette when an 18-year-old, Eric Jackson, allegedly fired shots inside his home, threatening to kill those inside. Police responded to a disturbance call around 2 AM, finding Jackson with a loaded handgun and a woman pleading for mercy as he declared, “I have to.” Officers stormed the house, apprehending him and discovering spent shell casings and multiple bullet holes—some penetrating walls and cabinets—after shots were fired while two victims, including a 15-year-old, were present. The weapon still held four rounds. Jackson now faces multiple serious charges including domestic assault, unlawful firearm discharge, armed criminal action, and endangering a child, and is being held without bond—a chilling reminder of how fast violence can spiral out of control. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/25c024aafc42f4c2