Fairview man charged following shooting

A Fairview man faces four felony charges following a shooting incident today at a Fairview residence.

The Newton County Prosecuting Attorney's office charged Tyler Koeda Millikin (DOB 1995) with first-degree assault, unlawful use of a weapon, armed criminal action and unlawful possession of a firearm. Millikin's arraignment is scheduled for 1 p.m. Tuesday in Newton County Circuit Court.

An arrest warrant was issued for Milliken with no bond.

From the probable cause statement:

On April 27, 2026, law enforcement responded to a report of shots fired at or near Fairview, Newton County, Missouri. 

Upon arrival, witnesses reported hearing approximately three gunshots coming from the area of that residence. One witness described a black or dark-colored sedan arriving immediately prior to the gunshots and then fleeing the scene.

Law enforcement was later contacted by W1, who reported that Tyler Milliken shot V1 during an altercation at that location.

Officers subsequently located V1 in Webb City, Missouri. V1 reported that he had been shot in the arm.

Deputies made contact with Tyler Milliken at or near 203 South Estes Avenue where he lives. Milliken denied involvement in the incident.

While on scene, deputies observed physical evidence consistent with a shooting, including a spent shell casing located in the front lawn of the residence, as well as broken glass and tire tracks consistent with a vehicle leaving the area abruptly.

Criminal History reveals that Tyler Milliken was previously found guilty of felony possession of a controlled substance in Newton County, Missouri, on June 25, 2018, making it unlawful for him to possess a firearm.

The case was investigated by the Newton County Sheriff's Office.