Jasper Woman Arrested Following Violent Shooting Incident

NEWTON COUNTY - A Newton County woman is facing multiple felony charges after a shooting south of Jasper left a man with life-threatening injuries this past weekend.

According to the Newton County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a residence on Saturday, October 17, at approximately 3:55 P.M. following reports that a man had been shot in the face. Upon arriving at the scene, law enforcement discovered the victim, 28-year-old Garrett Gordon, suffering from severe injuries.

Due to the gravity of his condition, Gordon was airlifted to a hospital in Springfield, Missouri. Officials state that while he has been stabilized, he remains in very serious condition and was scheduled to undergo surgery on the afternoon of October 19.

The suspect, identified as 37-year-old Jamie Christine Hatch of Jasper, had fled the scene before authorities arrived. However, acting on information provided by a witness, deputies conducted a search of the immediate area. Hatch was located and taken into custody within minutes without further incident.

The legal repercussions for Hatch are significant. She has been charged with Criminal Attempt to Commit Murder in the 2nd Degree, Battery in the 1st Degree, and Aggravated Assault on a Family or Household Member. Additionally, she faces charges for Fleeing on Foot and a sentence enhancement for Committing a Felony with a Firearm.

Hatch is currently being held at the Newton County Jail. A judge has set her bond at $500,000.

The investigation remains ongoing as officials work to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

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