Man Arrested In Ozark County On Several Charges

The Ozark County Sheriff’s Department reports the arrest of a man in the Wasola area. Authorities gathered intelligence and after a two hour surveillance arrested Jonathan Paul Pierce on charges of aggravated assault by recklessly causing bodily injury, using and exhibiting a deadly weapon, failure to stop and render aide after a collision with a vehicle involving injuries, and probation violation. His bond was set at $175,000. More charges are expected.  The Investigation involved Ozark County Sheriff’s Department, MSHP, and Division of Family Services. Mr. Pierce will remain in Ozark county custody until extradition can be arranged with the Governor of Texas or if Mr. Pierce waives his extradition rights.