CARBONDALE – A southeast Missouri man is facing multiple charges after an individual approached Carbondale Police in the 700 block of East Grand Avenue early Saturday morning saying a man had allegedly threatened him with a handgun.

The victims pointed out the suspect and officers, who were on foot patrols, approached him. He was identified as 21-year-old Ethan J. Jones, of Portageville, MO.

The investigation revealed a handgun in Jones’ waistband. Jones was taken into custody and the loaded handgun was seized. Jones is not permitted to possess a handgun.

Jones was charged with Aggravated Assault, Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon. He was lodged in the Jackson County Jail.

Carbondale Police continue to investigate the incident.