NEW PLYMOUTH, Idaho — New Plymouth Mayor Rick York was arrested Thursday for shooting his son Jacob York in the arm during an argument, according to police.
Just before 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 2, police dispatch received a call from the mayor stating that he had shot his son, Jacob, in the arm, the Payette County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) stated in a news release.
Police said the incident happened during an argument between the two. Jacob was taken to the hospital by his mother with non-life-threatening injuries.
Police arrested the mayor and charged him with aggravated battery. His arraignment is scheduled for Friday afternoon.
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