West Plains Police Department

Arrests

July 21

Eligah James Talbert, 25, protective custody 

July 22

Sherman Ellis Hall, 23, stealing

July 24

Syndey Erin Bingham, 28, stealing 

David Joseph Fellhauer, 28, court ordered commitment

Braden Timothy Farrokhian, 34, failure to display state license plate, failure to maintain financial responsibility

July 25

Dorado Justiz Isnel, 35, driving while intoxicated or under the influence

Charles Eugene Meyers, 48, 12-hour detox 

Curry Chism Sellers, 30, intentionally inhale/smell fumes or induce another to inhale/smell any solvents - subsequent offense (two counts)

Austin Tyler Philpott, 24, driving while intoxicated, driving while revoked/suspended - first offense, intentionally inhale/smell fumes or induce another to inhale/smell any solvents - subsequent offense

July 27

Jamel Andre Ware, 20, assault – third degree

Anthony David Barton, 33, driving while intoxicated – prior offender

Gage A Mayhall, 18, unlawful use of weapon - exhibiting 

Christena Marie Hornbeck, 35, failure to appear 

 

Calls for Service

Cpl. Brandon Stephens arrested an individual with a probation/parole warrant.

Officer Conner Burnes began an investigation into check fraud. The case will remain under investigation.

Officer Nathaniel Siegrist spoke with an individual reporting harassment. 

Officer Jerry Mingus assisted with returning an individual who ran from the hospital during treatment.

Officer Siegrist responded to Lincoln in reference to trespassing. An investigation found a highly intoxicated individual left prior to arrival. Later officers responded to Crestwood in reference to the individual physically assaulting people at a residence. They placed the individual under arrest and transported them to the West Plains Jail.

Officer Mingus assisted the Juvenile Office in returning to juveniles who walked away from the facility.

July 22

Cpl. Wesley Stuart took a report of harassment and trespassing.

Officer Brandon Vernon spoke with an individual reporting identity theft. The investigation led him to discover the individual in the process of being deported. The case will be considered closed.

Officer Jesse Martin responded to Ramey Supermarket for a person trespassing.

Officer Tyler Franks responded to a residence in reference to a runaway juvenile. He discovered a juvenile had left the residence and had not returned. The juvenile male will be entered as missing. This case will be open pending further investigation.

July 23

Officer Chris Barrett took a report of a stolen package. 

Officer Martin responded to Jimmie's Walleye and Catfish for a report of suspicious circumstances. He learned someone damaged a vehicle overnight. An investigation is ongoing.

Dt. Joe Neuschwander spoke to Community First Bank representatives reporting online fraudulent activity by a user’s account. The investigation is on-going.

Officer Martin responded to Marianna Drive for a report of a disturbance.

Officer Barrett responded to Southern Hills Shopping Center for a report of theft. An employee stated an individual took items from the business on 23 different occasions.

Officer Franks took a report of a couple in a relationship having a verbal argument. 

July 24

Cpl. Stuart responded to Thayer Avenue for a report of a disturbance. A Probable Cause Statement will be forwarded to the West Plains Municipal Prosecuting Attorney for review.

Officer Joseph Tombley received a call about a possible domestic incident. His investigation revealed no criminal activity took place. 

Officer Tombley investigated a vehicle accident at Monks and Garret Streets. He issued several citations to the drivers.

Officer Tombley responded to the area of Parkway Shopping Center for a reported trespassing incident.

An individual flagged down Cpl. Stuart on Bratton Avenue and advised a subject took numerous pills in an attempt to harm themselves. He contacted EMS and transported the individual to Ozarks Healthcare for treatment.

July 25

Officer Caleb Kerley conducted a traffic stop on US 63. He arrested the driver for driving under the influence. A check of the driver’s identity revealed an illegal immigrant status. They placed the driver on hold for Department of Homeland Security.

Officer Daiman Meyer responded to Bruce Smith Parkway for a report of a domestic altercation. The couple separated the night. 

Officer Barrett responded to Hubert Redburn Lane for a report of burglary. He spoke with an individual stating an individual they knew broke into their apartment and stole an item.

Officer Vernon responded to Gibson St. for a report of individuals inhaling a substance in a parking lot. He observed a subject in the act of inhaling and the passenger had another bottle. Officers placed both individuals under arrest.

Sgt. Colter Reid conducted a traffic stop and arrested an individual on an outstanding warrant.

Officer Mingus responded to a non-compliant court ordered custody exchange.

Sgt. Reid responded to Rita Place Apartment in reference to a report of a suicidal subject. EMS transported the individual to the hospital by EMS.

Officer Meyer responded to Gibson Street for an assault. He completed an investigation and separated both parties. This case will be referred to the West Plains Municipal Prosecutor's Office for review.

July 26

Officer Burnes assisted the Department of Social Services in a child abuse and neglect investigation on 3rd Street. His investigation found that a domestic violence altercation occurred with a child present incident, and they stated they did not feel safe in the home. This case is still under investigation.

July 27

Officer Kerley took a report of an assault at a bar. A probable cause statement will be completed and forwarded to the Howell County Prosecuting Attorney's Office.

Officer Tyler responded to Monks for reports of a suicidal subject. During the incident, the subject assaulted a Howell County Deputy and Emergency Medical Services staff. Charges will be forwarded to the Howell County Prosecutor's Office for review.

While patrolling on Broadway Ave, Officer Barrett observed two individuals standing in the roadway of Missouri Avenue in a dispute. One subject possessed a firearm, and the victim reported the subject pointed the firearm at him. 

Officer Mingus arrested an individual on an outstanding warrant.

Officer Franks responded to a residence in West Plains in reference to a domestic disturbance. His investigation discovered a mother and daughter were in a verbal argument that turned physical. Both parties agreed to separate for the evening, and charges are being sought to the Juvenile Division.

Officer Franks took a report of a court order violation. No charges will be filed due to conflicting stories.