Hartselle Man Charged with Assaulting Officer at Gun Shop

Suspect refused to leave business and attacked responding officer, police say.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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A 37-year-old Hartselle man was arrested and charged with second-degree assault after he allegedly assaulted a police officer who was attempting to escort him from a gun shop where he had been asked to leave.

Why it matters

Incidents of violence against law enforcement officers are concerning for public safety, and this case highlights the risks officers face when responding to calls, especially those involving individuals who refuse to comply with lawful orders.

The details

According to police, officers were called to Mike's Gun Shop on U.S. 31 on a trespassing complaint. When an officer tried to remove Javaris Mondrae Stover from the premises, Stover refused to identify himself and then physically assaulted the officer. After an unsuccessful taser deployment, the officer was able to restrain Stover with the help of store employees.

  • On Friday, March 7, 2026, police were called to the gun shop.
  • Stover was arrested and charged on the same day, March 7, 2026.

The players

Javaris Mondrae Stover

A 37-year-old Hartselle resident who was charged with second-degree assault for allegedly assaulting a police officer.

Hartselle Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the trespassing call and arrested Stover.

Mike's Gun Shop

The business located on U.S. 31 in Hartselle where the incident occurred.

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What they’re saying

“After an unsuccessful deployment of the officer's taser, the officer was able to restrain Stover enough that the altercation did not escalate.”

— Hartselle Police Department (hartselleenquirer.com)

What’s next

Stover is being held at the Morgan County Jail on a $35,000 bond, and a judge will determine if he will be allowed out on bail.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the dangers officers face when responding to calls, and the importance of individuals complying with lawful orders to avoid further escalation and potential violence.