On June 8, 2023, the Lewis County Sheriff's Office was called to a domestic disturbance in Taylor, Missouri.  After investigation, David J. Smith, age 65, of Taylor, Missouri was arrested on one count of Domestic Assault-3rd Degree, a class E felony.

On  June 9, 2023, a formal warrant was sought by Prosecuting Attorney Chelsea Fellinger and then issued by the Honorable Corey Moon.

Mr. Smith was released after posting a $10,000 cash bond.

The Lewis County Sheriff's Office was assisted by the Marion County Sheriff's Office.

***All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.***