Three reported dead in incident on Highway AA

Multiple law enforcement have responded to a report of shots fired on Highway AA, where three people have been confirmed dead.

DAR/Misty DeJournett

Three people are dead after a shooting Thursday afternoon on Highway AA, east of Poplar Bluff.

According to a press release from Butler County Sheriff Mark Dobbs, deputies responded shortly after 2 p.m. Thursday to the 1700 block of Highway AA in reference to numerous shots being fired in and around a home in a heavily populated residential area. Additionally, concerns were raised by neighbors about the well-being of a residence in that block.

Upon arrival deputies were allegedly confronted by an armed subject. Deputies engaged the armed suspect, fatally shooting him.

Further investigation revealed two other deceased subjects inside the home who were the victims of apparent gunshots. The scene was secured and the investigation has been turned over to the Missouri State Highway Patrol Division of Drug and Crime Control.

Assistance also was called in from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Stoddard County law enforcement, Poplar Bluff police and other agencies.

Poplar Bluff officers are assisting Butler County deputies with routine calls at this time, according to information from the scene.

As more information becomes available, this article will be updated.

Staff reporting by Barbara Ann Horton and Misty DeJournett.