A trial date for a Le Mars man accused of pointing a loaded gun at three police officers has been set for next month.
44-year-old Brandyn Scott Doss is charged with 3 counts of assault on persons in certain occupations while displaying a deadly weapon, and 1 count each of going armed with intent, first-degree harassment, assault while displaying a deadly weapon, and false imprisonment. Doss’ jury trial will start on Tuesday, March 17th at 9am in Plymouth County District Court.
Police were called to a residence on Second Ave NW in the early hours of December 14th, following up on a report of an argument between two men. According to the police report and court documents, Doss answered the door pointing a loaded 9mm Taurus handgun at three officers, and was arrested after the officers told Doss to put the gun down. Doss reportedly told officers they would be shot if they didn’t have a warrant or invitation.
Prior to the officers’ arrival, Doss allegedly pointed the gun at another man in the residence for nearly 4 minutes and had previously threatened to kill two family members via text message.
The 3 counts of assault on persons in certain occupations and the 1 count of going armed with intent are Class D felonies. Doss entered a not guilty plea to all charges, and he remains in the Plymouth County Jail on $25,000 bond.
