No charges filed against SJPD in March officer-involved shooting

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- The Buchanan County Prosecutor's Office has completed it's investigation conducted by the Missouri State Highway Patrol of an officer involved shooting on Thursday, March 27.

According to a press release sent Wednesday, after a careful examination of all materials and evidence submitted, no criminal charges will be filed against the St. Joseph Police Department officers involved.

The Buchanan County Prosecuting Attorney cited the decision was based on the legal standards governing the use of force by law enforcement officers and the totality of the circumstances presented in in the case.

The Prosecuting Attorney said no comments will be made at this time, as the SJPD continues with its internal administrative view.