Probable cause: Neosho man says he stabbed son because he was 'drunk, disrespectful and cussing'

The Newton County Prosecuting Attorney filed felony domestic assault and armed criminal action charges today against a Neosho man who stabbed his son.

A no bond warrant was issued for Ketler Manuel (DOB 1969).

According to the probable cause statement, a Neosho police officer arrived to find the son facedown with blood on his back.

It was later determined that the father, Kelter Manuel, stabbed {the son} Mr. facedown on the ground with blood on his back. Manuel was given his Miranda Rights and when he was asked why he stabbed {his son} he stated, " He was drunk and disrespectful, and was cussing, so I stabbed him to calm him down."

Officers attempted to speak to {the son} about the incident, but he did not provide any information.