(8-a.m. News) — Clarinda Police Chief Keith Brothers reports that at around 10-p.m. Thursday, September 12th, officers responded to a shots fired call at a Clarinda business. Investigation revealed that 46-year old Robert Christopher Cook, of Casper, Wyoming, allegedly shoved and directed racial and ethnic slurs at 25-year old Luis David Ramos, of Denison. Ramos retaliated and struck Cook in the face with a closed fist.

Cook then retrieved a Glock .45 caliber pistol from his room, and allegedly brandished the pistol in a threatening manner before firing a shot into the air. Cook then began chasing Ramos, who was able to retreat to safety until police arrived. Cook suffered injuries to his face, and was transported to Clarinda Regional Health Center for treatment. He was later released from the hospital and transported to the Page County Jail, where he was being held on charges that include for going armed with intent, aggravated assault and reckless use of a firearm.

A charge of assault resulting in bodily injury is pending against Ramos. Reports concerning the incident have been submitted to the Page County Attorney’s Office for review regarding the filing of formal charges.