Charges Filed in Aurora Motel Shooting

Prosecutors in Lawrence County have filed charges against a suspect in a shooting that happened at an Aurora motel last week.

Cole Walker is charged with first-degree assault, armed criminal action, unlawful use of a weapon, and tampering with physical evidence. As of June 7, 2022, Walker was being held in the Lawrence County jail without bond, according to the jail’s website.

Aurora-Marionville Police responded to a call about shots being fired at the Aurora Inn Motel Friday evening and they found a victim had been shot in the leg during a fight. The victim is expected to recover from his injuries. Walker was arrested shortly after police found the victim.

(From Ozarks First)