Coweta County man arrested following reports he shot at nearby workers

COWETA COUNTY, Ga. - A 69-year-old man was arrested after an hours-long SWAT standoff that began when he allegedly opened fire on workers in a neighboring lot, according to the Coweta County Sheriff's Office.

What we know:

Deputies responded to the 100 block of Smith Circle in unincorporated Newnan following multiple 911 calls reporting a man shooting at laborers nearby. Upon arrival, deputies attempted to negotiate with the suspect, but he refused to leave his home.

Authorities established a perimeter and called a SWAT team to the scene. After several hours, the man emerged from the residence around noon and was taken into custody without further incident.

SKYFOX 5 flew over the scene and saw the standoff underway.  Just before noon, deputies could be seen escorting a man in handcuffs to a police car. 

The suspect has been identified as Milton Morris Mason. He was booked into the Coweta County Jail on charges of aggravated assault.

Milton Morris Mason (Coweta County Sheriff's Office)

What we don't know:

The sheriff's office stated that the investigation is ongoing. 

Police also didn't say if anyone was injured during the shooting.