West Plains Police Department

Arrests

April 15

Amanda S Roark, 38, driving while revoked or suspended

April 16

Zachary R Mayberry, 31, resisting arrest

Jillayna Kay Wake, 33, protective custody

April 17

Michael J Lewis, Jr, 47, court ordered commit

April 18

Jordan Layne Collins, 38, unlawful use of weapon - spring gun 

April 19

Corey James Brotherton, 34, driving while intoxicated or under the influence 

April 21

Cheryl S Youngs, 47, operate vehicle with no valid license

 

Calls for Service

April 15

Officer Ivie Powell responded to Davis Street for a report of abuse to the elderly. The victim advised they were assaulted by a subject related to them. This matter remains under investigation. 

Officer Powell responded to N. Kentucky in reference to sexual allegations involving a minor. This matter remains under investigation.

Officer Jacob Brixey responded to Southern Hills regarding threats made over the phone to an employee. A probable cause statement will be forwarded to the West Plains Municipal Prosecutor. 

Officer Brixey responded to Southern Hills regarding the theft of leased property. Investigation found the property holder turned it over to a new account holder.  

April 16

Sgt. Brandon Romans took a report from an individual reporting a bite by a dog outside their residence on Burke Avenue. The individual sought medical treatment at Ozarks Healthcare. Officers captured the dog shortly after the incident.

Officer Powell responded to N. Howell Avenue in reference to an individual having mental issues. They transported the individual to the hospital for a mental evaluation. 

Officer Powell responded to Harlin in reference to a subject urinating in public near the victim’s residence. Interviews with the victim advised a subject working for the neighbor walked between the two residences and urinated. The complaint will be forwarded to the West Plains Municipal Prosecutor. 

Officer Robert Shell took a report of property damage.

Officer Brent Keepes received notice of a possible burglary. Investigation found a highly impaired subject whom he placed into protective custody.

Officer Brixey responded to Higby Street for a report of a burglary. Officers located the potential suspect near the residence and attempted an arrest where the suspect resisted. After a struggle, they arrested the suspect and placed him on a 24-hour hold pending formal charges. 

The West Plains Police Department received an alert from the Missouri Information Analysis Center (MIAC) of a tip about a juvenile who possibly resides in West Plains making a threat against their school. Investigation determined the juvenile's threats were being made towards Fairview School. The West Plains Police Department contacted the Howell County Sheriff's Office and handed the investigation over to them. 

April 17

The Southwest MO Cyber Crimes Task Force, HSI-Springfield (MO), and the Taney County Sheriff's Department served a residential search warrant on Lola Lane in Branson concerning the sexual exploitation of children. Several items were seized as evidence and formal charges are pending the completion of digital forensic examinations. 

Officer Jacob Beadell investigated a cybercrime that occurred in West Plains. This case will remain open and be referred to the detectives’ division. 

Officers and first responders responded to Bruce Smith Parkway in reference to an unresponsive subject. Investigation learned one individual overdosed on illegal narcotics. The subject received medical attention was transported to Ozarks Healthcare for further treatment. 

April 18

While conducting security checks of local businesses, Officer Beadell found an open door. He checked the business and contacted the owner. 

Officer Whitley Clark responded to the area of Grace Avenue for a report of a subject pointing a firearm at individuals. They located the subject with a traffic stop and placed them under arrest on a 24-hour hold. A probable cause statement will be forwarded to the Howell County Prosecutors’ Office.

Officer Barrett took a report of counterfeit currency. While speaking to the business owner, the customer returned and paid for their merchandise.

Officer Powell responded to Lincoln Avenue in reference to a domestic assault. He spoke with both parties who advised they were assaulted by the other. A probable cause statement will be forwarded to the West Plains Municipal Prosecutor. 

Officer Keepes received a report of assault. Investigation learned that an assault did occur between and employee and employer. Charges will be sought. 

Officer Chris Siegrist received a report of stealing. He arrested an individual and released them for a summons.

April 19

Officer Beadell investigated a report of harassment on Saint Louis Street. This case will be considered closed due to its lack of criminal nature. 

April 20

Officer Siegrist took a report of property damage. This case is still open pending further investigation. 

Officer Austin Deshazo received a report of stealing. 

Officer Jerry Mingus responded to Myrtle for a disturbance. Several neighbors were involved in a verbal altercation. Citations will be issued.