Henry County Authorities Arrest Subject after Standoff

PARIS — Henry County law enforcement officers took a suspect into custody after a 6.5-hour standoff and threats of harm to himself and others.
On July 12, 2024, the Henry County Sheriff’s Office learned of a domestic assault that had happened in Benton County, but the suspect Charles Kroner had made it to his home at 400 Clifty Village Lane. Officers were also told he was making threats to harm himself and others.
According to Henry County Sheriff Josh Frey, once officers arrived at the Clifty Village Lane address Mr. Kroner was observed sitting on the front porch and retreated into the home. Mr. Kroner then began to threaten officers that if they approached, he would shoot.
At that time, a parameter was set up, and officers and family members started communications with Mr. Kroner.
For 6 .5 hours, negotiations continued and Mr. Kroner came outside several times armed with a handgun. At 6:05 a.m. Mr. Kroner came outside unarmed and was taken into custody.
He was transported to the Henry County Jail and booked on reckless endangerment and resisting arrest with a bond of $10,000. Mr. Kroner will also have charges in Benton County.
Also assisting on the scene were Paris Police Department.