An Independence man is arrested after a drunken confrontation with Independence Police officers.

46-year-old Shane Dru Fockler was arrested on charges of battery on a law enforcement officer and interference with law enforcement. Officers responded to a report of an alleged domestic battery in the 400 block of East Locust. Fockler, who was intoxicated, was throwing and breaking items inside the house.

Fockler opened the front door of the residence and threw a document, striking one of the officers. After officers informed him he was detained, Fockler shut the door and attempted to avoid detainment. Officers pursued Fockler into the residence where he pushed one of them multiple times. A physical struggle ensued before officers finally subdued Fockler, taking him into custody.