West Plains Police Department

Arrest
November 23
Jesse Gene Tackitt, 63, possess drug paraphernalia, possession of controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana
Jalen Michael Meadows, 27, failure to appear (two counts)
November 25
Tyler Vincent Winters, 23, domestic assault – third degree
Michael James Padorke, 55, careless and reckless driving, driving while intoxicated
November 26
Sage Macky Letterman, 24, driving while revoked or suspended, driving while intoxicated – persistent offender

Calls for Service
November 20
While performing a vehicle inspection, Officer Austin Deshazo discovered a plastic baggie containing a white powdery substance. He placed the substance into evidence to be destroyed. This case is considered closed.
Officer Deshazo responded to Broadway Street for a report of property damage. During the investigation of the incident, he discovered several items had been damaged. The case should be considered open pending further investigation.
The Southwest MO Cyber Crimes Task Force received a request from the U.S. District Court of the Western District of Missouri to conduct digital forensic extractions on several devices capable of storing digital media, which were recently seized from a Missouri registered sex-offender. The investigation is on-going.
Officer Whitley Clark responded to McFarland Drive regarding a domestic altercation. No charges will be filed due to uncooperative victims. This case is considered closed.
Officer Clark responded to the area of US Highway 63 and Preacher Roe Boulevard for a report of a two-vehicle crash. During the investigation, she found one driver who did not have a valid driver's license. She issued a citation, and the case will be forwarded to the West Plains Municipal Prosecutors Office.
Officer Jerry Mingus responded to Preacher Roe for a stealing report. Investigation learned a suspect had a large cart of items and did not pay for everything while using the self-checkout station.
Citizens reported a vehicle that they recently purchased as stolen from Shelby County, Tenn. Officers seized the vehicle and forwarded the information to the Shelby County Sheriff's Office.
Officer Brent Keepes spoke with individuals reporting a previous domestic incident. While investigation found a physical altercation took place, but the victim declined to press charges.
Officer Keepes responded to Lanton Road in response to an assault. An interview found that an individual assaulted a staff member. Due to no physical injuries, no charges will be sought.
Officer Robert Shell responded to a call of a disturbance on S. Thayer Ave. He placed one individual on a 96-hour mental evaluation.
November 22
The Douglas County Sheriff Department requested digital forensics conducted on a laptop computer concerning a death investigation within their jurisdiction. Detective Neuschwander conducted the process, and the forensic report and computer were returned to the case agent.
Officer Shell took a report of stealing from Missouri Avenue.
While on routine patrol Officer Jacob Brixey conducted an open business check on Casey's located on Preacher Roe Blvd. He noticed an individual known to law enforcement with an active arrest warrant. He arrested the individual and transported them to the Howell County Jail.
November 23
Officers conducted a traffic stop resulting in the arrest of the driver after conducting search of the vehicle and locating illegal contraband.
Officer Keepes responded to First Street in reference to a verbal disturbance. Officers placed on individual on a 96-hour mental evaluation.
November 24
Officer Deshazo took a report of stealing. This case is open and under investigation.
Officer Ivie Powell responded to the area of Southern Hills and Preacher Roe in reference to a domestic situation in progress. He spoke to both parties who indicated nothing physical occurred. This matter will be closed with no further investigation and no charges at this time.
Officer Chris Siegrist responded to W. Maple in reference to a verbal disturbance.
Officer Siegrist received reports of multiple incidents involving an intoxicated person. Officers placed the individual in protective custody to prevent bodily harm to themselves and others.
November 25
Officer Miller responded to Myrtle Street for a domestic incident. He arrested on subject pending formal charges, and this case will be forwarded to the prosecuting attorney.
Officers investigated a motor vehicle crash on Southern Hills Drive.
Officers responded to Porter Wagoner Blvd for a report of a hit and run vehicle crash. They identified the driver that fled the scene. This case will be referred to the Howell County Prosecutor's office.
November 26
Officer Deshazo responded to Lanton Road for a domestic incident. Investigation found the altercation to be verbal only and the case should be considered closed.
Officer Siegrist received a report in reference to harassment. He gave recommendations on how to proceed.