Owensville dad accused of pointing a firearm at one of his kids

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Officials say an investigation by the Indiana State Police (ISP) has led to the arrest of an Owensville father for allegedly striking and pointing a loaded firearm at one of his children.

Police say during the investigation, Indiana State Police detectives revealed Austin McGill, 24, of Owensville, was caring for his three children inside his residence on the morning of September 8. During an incident, McGill allegedly struck and then pointed a loaded firearm at an eight-year-old. The children’s mother was not at home during this alleged incident.

ISP Troopers say after reviewing the information obtained by detectives, the Gibson County Prosecutor’s Office filed criminal charges against McGill and an arrest warrant was issued. At approximately 12:30 Monday afternoon, Indiana State Police arrested McGill after he turned himself in at the Gibson County Jail. McGill is currently being held on bond.

McGill’s charges include Pointing a Firearm at Another Person, Neglect of a Dependent and Domestic Battery.

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