Federal firearms arrest made in Callaway

One person is in federal custody in connection with a federal firearms investigation. The Missouri Highway Patrol and Callaway County SWAT made the arrest Wednesday morning in Callaway County.

John Ham, public information officer for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), said authorities had expected to make one arrest and added there is no threat to public safety. This investigation of a violation of federal firearms law originated in this part of the state, Ham added.

Ham said the investigation is ongoing. He expected criminal complaints to be filed possibly late Wednesday afternoon, but most likely today. After complaints are filed, he said, more information regarding this investigation will be made available.