Kentucky man charged in Miner shooting death

MINER, Mo. — A Kentucky man faces charges after the early Friday shooting death of an individual at a hotel in Miner.

According to Miner Police Chief James Buckley, early Friday, officers with the Miner Police Department discovered a 19-year-old gunshot victim and immediately began life-saving measures. The victim was transported to Missouri Delta Medical Center in Sikeston, Missouri, where they were later pronounced deceased.

"After an extensive investigation, it was learned the incident occurred at a local hotel," Buckley said.

Three possible suspects were questioned and one of those suspects, Robert Miller, 23, was charged through Scott County with involuntary manslaughter, unlawful use of a weapon and armed criminal action. Miller is being held on a warrant with no bond, according to Buckley.

"The Miner Police Department greatly appreciated assistance from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Scott County Sheriff's Office and South Scott County Ambulance Service for their rapid response and closure of this investigation," Buckley said. "The victim will not be announced at this time out of respect for the family. Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends."