An Owensboro man has been arrested after an incident in the 3400 block of Legacy Run Wednesday night. According to the Owensboro Police Department, officers responded at around 11:30pm to a report of shots fired. The victim advised he observed someone attempting to get into his vehicle. When he confronted the suspect, the suspect drew a handgun and fired multiple times toward the victim before fleeing on foot. Officers located 18-year-old Tyshawn Hawkins in the area and a handgun was recovered that had previously been reported stolen. Hawkins was ultimately charged with Wanton Endangerment 1st Degree, Receiving Stolen Property (firearm), Tampering with Physical Evidence, Theft by Unlawful Taking under $500, Fleeing and Evading Police 2nd Degree, and Criminal Trespass 2nd Degree.
Photo: Daviess County Detention Center