Stepson shot by stepfather, both wind up in jail

Investigators say 37-year-old Richard Hayes shot his stepson Thursday night.

21-year-old Michael Bass was holding a bloody towel to his abdomen when paramedics arrived, saying his stepfather shot him.

Deputies then discovered Bass had outstanding warrants for failing to appear in court.

Bass was taken to jail after he was treated and released from the hospital.

Police say Hayes told investigators he has a bad neck and shot his stepson because he thought Bass wanted to fight him.

Both men are in an Onslow County jail under $10,000 bond.