Richard releases statement on Jetton arrest

Current Speaker of the House Ron Richard, R-Joplin, issued the following statement concerning the arrest of former Speaker Rod Jetton, R-Marble Hill, on a felony assault charge Monday:

“The allegations against former Speaker Jetton are extremely serious. I feel very sad for each of the families that have been affected. Right now, it is important to let the prosecutors, judge and jury begin their work to determine whether the charges are accurate. If the allegations prove to be true, Jetton should be prepared to accept the full legal and other consequences of his actions."