Parsons Police respond to a report of shots fired

Parsons Police Officers responded to the area of 10th & Briggs on Wednesday following a report of gunshots. After arrving on the scene, officers encountered a male armed with a firearm and quickly recognized that the individual was also experiencing a crisis. Officers used de-escalation techniques allowing them to safely secure the firearm and take the individual into custody without further incident.

Officers continue to investigate the incident.