Teen Held Without Bond After Howard County Shooting

One man is being held without bond in Howard County following a shooting incident.

18-year-old Eric Dewayne Jackson was arrested after a victim reported hiding inside a closet while Jackson had a high-powered weapon, firing rounds and trying to kill them.

Upon arrival, officers kicked in the door and located the man with a gun, where he was detained. Officers found multiple bullet holes throughout the residence, including bullet holes in the direction of a room containing one other victim, as well as a 15-year old juvenile.

Jackson was charged with three counts of Fourth-Degree Domestic Assault – First or Second Offense, Unlawful Use of a Weapon – Discharge into Home, Unlawful Use of a Weapon – Exhibiting, Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm, Armed Criminal Action and First-Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child Creating Substantial Risk.

Jackson was booked into the Howard County Jail without bond.