Clark County Man Charged in Shooting of His Son

One man is in custody after authorities say he shot his son during an argument Saturday afternoon.

Clark County Sheriff Paul Gaudette says 65-year-old Max Kearns of Wyaconda and 39-year-old Eric Kearns got into an argument which escalated.

Authorities say Eric Kearns is being treated for serious injuries from a shotgun wound.

The Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control says Max Kearns is charged with first degree domestic assault. He is held on $75,000 cash only bond.