Bates County News

Wednesday, August 13, 2025

Woman Shot in Rural Belton, Man Charged

 On 8/11/25 just after 1 a.m., deputies were dispatched to the area of E 164th Terr in Belton in reference to a shooting.

 Deputies met with Belton Police where the incident happened but were unable to locate the shooter.

 The victim was taken to an area hospital where she was treated.

 During the investigation, on 08/12/25 at around 10:45 p.m., Deputies with the Criminal Apprehension Unit along with the assistance of the Kansas City Police Department located the suspect in Grandview.

 They were able to successfully apprehend the suspect.

 41-year-old Jeffrey Arzola of Grandview was transferred to Cass County custody.

 Arzola is charged with Unlawful Use of A Weapon (A Felony) and Armed Criminal Action (U Felony).

 He’s currently at the Cass County Jail held with no bond allowed.

 The Belton Police Department, Grandview Police Department and Kansas City Police Department assisted with this incident.

 


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