Shooting suspect sought in Scott County

The Scott County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a man wanted for a shooting that injured one Thursday near Benton, Missouri.

Bryce Jordan Johnson is wanted for his involvement in a shooting incident that took place outside Thursday, Jan. 12 outside of Benton, according to Sheriff Wes Drury. The incident left one victim hospitalized, he said.

Johnson fled the scene of the incident in a black Jeep Patriot.

Bryce Jordan Johnson

Bryce Jordan Johnson

Johnson also has active warrants for his arrest for unrelated charges, and a warrant has been sought for the assault charges, Drury said.

“Do not attempt to contact Johnson as he is to be considered armed and dangerous,” the sheriff said.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Johnson should contact the Scott County Sheriff’s Office at (573) 545-3525 or local law enforcement.