Mountain View Town Council Member Accused of Shooting Teenager in the Face

A 17-year-old boy was allegedly shot in the face by a Mountain View, Colorado town council member who accused him of trespassing on his property. The suspect, Brent Metz, has been arrested and charged with first-degree assault and other felonies.

A shocking incident has occurred in Mountain View, Colorado, where a 17-year-old boy was allegedly shot in the face by a town council member. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community and raised serious questions about the use of excessive force.

According to the Jackson County Sheriff's Office, the victim, accompanied by another teenage boy, was searching for a suitable location to take homecoming photos when they entered the property of 38-year-old Brent Metz. The property owner reportedly confronted the boys, accusing them of trespassing.

Mountain View Town Council Member Accused of Shooting Teenager in the Face

The victim claims that he and his friend approached the house to ask for permission to use the property for their photoshoot. However, as no one answered their calls, they decided to walk around the property in search of the homeowner. Upon their return to their vehicles, the victim alleges that Metz emerged from his truck and fired a shot through the windshield, striking him in the face.

The victim's companion immediately applied pressure to his friend's wounds and alerted authorities. Upon arrival, deputies discovered the victim bleeding profusely from the face and apprehended Metz at the scene. The gun allegedly used in the shooting was reportedly found inside Metz's truck.

Mountain View Town Council Member Accused of Shooting Teenager in the Face

Metz has been arrested and charged with first-degree assault, two counts of felony menacing, illegal discharge of a firearm, and two counts of reckless endangerment. He was transported to headquarters for processing and booking into jail.

The Jackson County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating the matter. The motive for the shooting remains unclear, and it is unknown if Metz had any prior interactions with the victim or his friend.

Mountain View Town Council Member Accused of Shooting Teenager in the Face

The incident has sparked outrage within the community, with many questioning the use of such excessive force against the unarmed teenagers. The Mountain View Town Council has not yet commented on the arrest of one of its members.

The young victim remains hospitalized, and his condition is unknown at this time. The shooting has reignited the debate on gun control and the need for responsible use of firearms.

Mountain View Town Council Member Accused of Shooting Teenager in the Face

The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as the case progresses.