Paris, MO – Two women are facing second-degree felony murder charges following a police search that led to a deadly shooting. Patty Armour, 51, and Lois Armour, 78, were arrested after allegedly misleading law enforcement about the whereabouts of a man wanted in a murder investigation.
Law enforcement arrived at a residence in Paris, Missouri, on October 12 as part of a probe into a homicide in Ralls County. During their encounter, the women informed officers that 57-year-old Charles Armour was not present, despite him being concealed in the master bathroom and armed.
Authorities eventually located Charles Armour, who opened fire on officers, injuring one. This officer was treated at an area hospital and later released, while the suspect died during the exchange of gunfire.
Patty and Lois Armour, initially arrested on felony hindering prosecution charges, are now being held without bond due to the new murder charges. Their initial bond was set at $50,000, which increased to $100,000 before they were denied bail.
The relationship between the women and Charles Armour remains unclear. They are scheduled to appear in Monroe County court on Wednesday.