Charges filed against Brookfield man for violent attempt to avoid arrest

BROOKFIELD, Mo. (KCTV) - A Brookfield man could spend a quarter of a century behind bars after he violently resisted arrest and attempted to escape custody.

Linn County, Missouri, Circuit Court records filed on Thursday, May 15, indicate that Tyler A. Martin, 33, of Brookfield, has been charged with property damage, armed criminal action, unlawful use of a weapon, resisting arrest and attempted escape from custody.

A criminal complaint filed by the Linn County Prosecutor’s Office revealed that on Aug. 4, 2024, Martin is alleged to have smashed a beer glass on the hood of a minivan. The glass broke and caused around $750 in damage. It is believed that he also pulled a box knife on the victims before law enforcement officials arrived.

When the Brookfield Police Department took Martin into custody, investigators said he violently resisted. Eventually, they were able to get him to the police station, however, he attempted to run past an officer and out the door. He was ultimately unsuccessful.

If convicted, Martin could be sentenced to up to 25 years behind bars and be ordered to pay a $4,000 fine. A court appearance has not yet been set. As of Saturday, May 17, he appears to be behind bars in Macon County. No further information has been released.

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