On Thursday afternoon, August 31, 2023 while on general patrol, CPD Officers observed a male subject on foot who was known to have an active warrant. 

Officers initiated contact on North Reed Street and attempted to take him into custody. The party actively resisted and a physical altercation took place before the subject was subdued. 

Zachary Ballou, 27, of Columbia was taken into custody for the outstanding warrant and has additionally been charged with resisting arrest and assault 3rd degree, a class D felony. 

Officer Trevor Foster made the arrest and was assisted on scene by Sgt Evan Burton.