West Plains Police Department

Arrests

September 14

Dillon Ray Luck, 26, assault - third degree - special victim, driving while intoxicated, resisting/interfering with arrest, detention or stop, failure to signal

Bradley Lewis Johnson, 53, domestic assault - second degree, stealing – felony

September 15

Russell Lee Quinn, 21, failure to appear

Elijah Zephaniahka Cole, 19, failure to appear

September 16

Donna Michelle Ledbetter, 53, domestic assault – second degree

September 17

Jennifer Anne Robertson, 50, 24-hour hold

September 18

Amy Lynn Thorn, 49, burglary - second degree

Perry Lee Ford, 54, burglary - second degree, driving while intoxicated

September 22

Dawn Marie Bond, 43, failure to appear

September 23

Jazmyn Lane Wake, 19, failure to appear (six counts)

Jaden Lilly Bowles, 27, failure to appear

Roy Neal Hardin II, 58, failure to appear

James Bressi, 59, unlawful use of weapon – exhibiting

Nicola-Elias George Saba, 33, assault - third degree, harassment - first degree, trespass – first degree

September 26

Timothy Brian Burke, 70, failure to appear (three counts)

September 27

Brooklyn D Snyder, 46, fail to obey lawful order, peace disturbance-private peace disturbance, resisting arrest

September 28

Keegan Harley Burgess, 24, possession of controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synth cannabinoid

Brenda Sue McClary, 52, failure to appear (three counts)

September 29

Kellea Malyssa Waldon, 34, fugitive from out state – felony 

Justice Blake Martin, 22, failure to appear (two counts)

October 2

Melissa Diane Thomas, 21, 12-hour hold

October 4

Dany Joel Bueno Matute, 18, failure to appear

 

Calls for Service

September 14

Officer Wartanby took a report in the lobby of the department regarding stealing. This incident will remain open pending further investigation.

Officer Caleb Kerley responded to a report of a domestic altercation. His investigation found a dispute took place and one individual stole a phone. This case will be forwarded to the Howell County Prosecutor's Office for review.

Officer Katie Sandgren responded to Walmart for a report of shoplifting. She arrested one subject. 

Officer Daiman Meyer responded to Hazel Street for a report of a domestic altercation. After an investigation he arrested a suspect. This case will be referred to the Howell County Prosecutor's Office for review.

September 15

Officer Nathaniel Siegrist responded to Lanton Road in reference to property damage complaint.

Officer Wartanby responded to a report of property damage. His investigation determined a juvenile caused the damage. This incident will be forwarded to the Juvenile Office.

Officer Wartanby took a report on fraudulent bank transactions. This incident will remain open pending further investigation.

Officer Shell arrested an individual on an outstanding warrant. 

September 16

Officer Shell responded Hubert Redburn for a report of a domestic incident. He later arrested one subject and placed them on a 24-hour hold pending formal charges. Charges will be forwarded to the Howell County Prosecuting Attorney's Office for review.

Officer Meyer responded to Kentucky Avenue for a report of a disturbance. His investigation determined a verbal dispute took place. 

September 17

Officer Dobbs responded to the West Plains Municipal Court regarding a subject ordered to be taken into custody pursuant to a court-ordered commitment. 

Officer Siegrist responded to the West Plains Municipal Court regarding a subject ordered to be taken into custody pursuant to a court-ordered commitment.

Officer Dobbs responded to Davidson Street in regard to a report of burglary. This case is considered open for further investigation.

Officer Vernon conducted a traffic stop on State Route BB and as a result of his investigation arrested an individual on an outstanding warrant.

Officer Vernon conducted a traffic stop on US Hwy 63 and as a result of his investigation arrested the driver for driving while intoxicated. 

September 18

Officer Dobbs conducted a follow up investigation on Davidson Street and after a second investigation, arrested an individual for driving while intoxicated.

Officer Dobbs took a report of a theft from an individual in the lobby of the department.

Officer Miller spoke to a school principal regarding a juvenile issue.

Officer Barrett responded to a verbal dispute on Fourth Street.

September 19

Officer Wartanby spoke with an individual reporting another pointed a firearm at them the previous night. This incident will remain open pending further investigation.

Officer Keepes responded to Missouri Avenue for a domestic altercation. He received information of an individual locked in the bathroom and another attempting to enter with a knife. After an investigation both parties separated. Due to an uncooperative victim, no charges will be filed. 

Officer Kerley assisted Oregon County Sheriff’s Office with an investigation of a domestic altercation. 

Officer Franks responded to The Little Hut Bar in reference to an assault. His investigation determined an assault occurred and the victim wished to pursue charges. This case will be forwarded to the West Plains Municipal Prosecutors' Office for review.

September 20

Officer Gill responded to Bruce Smith Parkway for a report of a juvenile problem. He placed one juvenile under arrest and transferred them to the juvenile detention center.

Sgt. Stephens responded to Leyda St for a report of a domestic altercation. He arrested one subject.

September 21

Officer Wartanby responded to a report of a string of burglarized vehicles. This incident will remain open pending further investigation.

Officer Siegrist took a report from Hughes Taxidermy regarding harassment.

Officer Gill took a report in the lobby of the department regarding stealing. A report will be sent to the Howell County Prosecutor's Office for review.

Officer Dobbs responded to Walmart Supercenter in reference to a report of an individual trespassing on the property. This case will be forwarded to the West Plains Municipal Court.

Officer Sandgren responded to Bill Virdon Blvd. in reference to threats made by a client toward employees of the business. Her investigation led to requesting assistance from Wise County, Texas.

Officer Keepes spoke with an individual at Prospect and Simpson regarding harassment.

Officer Kerley responded to Walmart for a complaint of trespassing. His investigation discovered the individual also passed all points of sale with unpaid items. 

Officer Beadell responded to a report of property damage on Crestwood. This case will remain open pending further information.

Officer Beadell responded to Christopher for a report of a domestic altercation. Neither party showed signs of injury during the disturbance.

Officer Sandgren arrested an individual on an outstanding warrant, and the individual posted a cash bond.

September 22

Sgt. Wichowski responded to a residence in Hubert Redburn Drive Apartments for a report of a domestic altercation. His investigation determined only a verbal argument occurred. 

Officer Kerley investigated a vehicle accident with one vehicle leaving the scene. 

Sgt. McKemie responded to Kentucky Avenue in reference to an assault. The case is open pending interviews of involved parties.

September 23

Officer Dobbs responded to Court Square for an individual with an outstanding warrant. He arrested the subject and they posted a cash bond.

Officer Dobbs responded to Imperial Drive for an individual with an outstanding warrant.

Cpl. Powell arrested an individual on outstanding warrants.

Officer Shell responded to East State Route K for a report of stealing.

Officer Vernon conducted a traffic stop on Missouri Avenue and arrested the driver for outstanding warrants from Arkansas.

Officer Keepes took a report in the lobby of the department regarding harassment. This case will remain for the time being for further investigation.

Officer Keepes responded to Porter Wagoner Boulevard for a report of a subject brandishing a shotgun and threatening individuals with it. After investigation, officers placed a subject into custody and placed them on a 24-hour pending formal charges. They arrested an additional individual on an active warrant unrelated to the original call. 

Officer Shell responded to Preacher Roe Blvd. for a report of a disturbance. Officers spoke with a victim on the scene and later contacted and arrested a suspect, placing them on a 24-hour hold pending formal charges. Charges will be forwarded to the Howell County Prosecutor's Office for review.

September 24

Cpl. Stuart responded to Jackson Street for a domestic disturbance. The victim did not wish to comply with the filing of charges for the incident.

Officer Shell responded near Thornburgh Ave. and Lincoln Ave. for a report of an approximately 1-2 year old child walking in the middle of the intersection with no adult present.

Officer Beadell responded to Lincoln for a report of a domestic altercation. One party involved already left the area. No physical altercation occurred and no threats of harm were made.

September 25

Officer Franks responded with the Children’s Division to Allen St. regarding an investigation into allegations of a parent abusing a child approximately two years ago. The investigation is ongoing.

Officer Beadell responded to 5th Street for a report of a court order violation.

September 26

Officer Meyer conducted a traffic stop on Worley Drive and arrested the driver for driving while intoxicated.

Officer Tombley responded to a disturbance at a residence in the area of Worcester Street. An investigation determined the involved parties had separated prior to law enforcement arrival and an alleged assault had occurred; however, the victim did not wish to pursue criminal charges.

Officer Barrett conducted a warrant arrest on Creamery Road. 

Officer Wartanby assisted the Conservation Department who requested a deer to be dispatched in the city of West Plains.

Officer Gill responded to Preacher Roe for a report of property damage.

Officer Sandgren responded to West Plains High School in reference to a private-property motor vehicle accident. She will contact the school's School Resource Officer in an attempt to obtain any available surveillance footage. This investigation will be considered ongoing.

September 27

Officer Vernon responded to a residence for a report of an intoxicated individual in a vehicle that did not belong to them. When officers advised the subject to exit the vehicle, they refused, and officers assisted them out of the vehicle and placed them into custody.

September 28

Officer Franks responded to Casey's General Store at 1510 Preacher Roe Blvd regarding a subject sitting in front of the gas pump for an hour. An investigation found the suspect in possession of suspected drugs and paraphernalia. They arrested the suspect and placed them on a 24-hour hold pending formal charges. This case and a probable cause statement will be referred to the Howell County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for review.

Officer Barrett responded to Washington Ave for a report of a 911 hang up call. His investigation resulted in the arrest of an individual with outstanding warrants.

Officer Keepes responded to North Howell Ave for an out-of-control juvenile. They transported the juvenile to the hospital to have a mental evaluation conducted.

Officer Kerley investigated a report of a theft and found the individual a victim of a scam.

Officer Sandgren responded to Washington regarding a verbal domestic disturbance.

Officer Beavers responded to Washington Avenue regarding a domestic disturbance. An investigation discovered a couple had an argument leading to one party causing property damage. This case is closed due to an uncooperative victim. 

September 29

Officer Beavers investigated a report of a verbal disturbance.

Officer Dobbs responded to Lamplight Village in reference to a report of a male subject urinating in front of other residents. This case will be forwarded to the West Plains Municipal Prosecutor for review.

Officer Siegrist responded to Sesson in reference to property damage. A probable cause statement will be completed and forwarded to the West Plains Municipal Prosecutor.

Officer Wartanby conducted a traffic stop on Division Drive and found the driver had an outstanding warrant from Arkansas.

Officer Siegrist responded to the Howell County Courthouse for an individual with an outstanding warrant.

Cpl. Burnes responded to a report of an assault on Hubert Redburn. While investigating the case, neither party wished to seek charges with one party sustaining a minor injury. This case is closed due to an uncooperative victim.

Officer Kerley responded to an assisted living facility for an older gentleman exposing himself. His investigation found a worker observed the older gentleman exposing himself. This case will be sent to the West Plains Prosecutors office for further action. 

Officer Keepes responded to an individual running into traffic on Porter Wagoner. They transported the individual to the hospital for a mental health evaluation.

September 30

Cpl. Powell responded to Lincoln Ave referencing property damage to a vehicle. The victim advised an unknown individual(s) spray painted a derogatory slur on their vehicle sometime during the night.

Dt. John Hughston conducted an interview at the West Plains Police Department in reference to illegal narcotics being distributed in and around the area. The investigation is ongoing.

Officer Keepes responded to Walmart to speak with Asset Protection for report of an individual stealing from their store. An investigation is being conducted and remains open.

Officer Keepes responded to Hynes Street for an individual attempting to drive while intoxicated. His investigation further learned a domestic altercation occurred between a female and male in a romantic relationship. Charges will be sought.

October 1

Cpl. Burnes responded to a stalking call on Ginger. This case is still under investigation.

October 2

Officer Wartanby took a report of stealing. His investigation determined the reporting party’s items had not been stolen as reported.

Sgt. Wichowski responded to the Missouri Probation and Parole Office in regard to a subject with an active warrant. 

Officer Wartanby took a report of stealing and harassment. This incident will remain open pending further investigation.

Officer Kerley spoke with an individual regarding harassment.

Officer Meyer conducted on State Route K. His investigation found the driver intoxicated. This case will be referred to the West Plains Municipal Prosecutor's Office for review.

October 3

Officer Barrett responded to a business on Lincoln Avenue for a report of stealing. He spoke with an individual stating they dropped their wallet and someone picked it up and left the business with it.

Officer Beadell responded Worley Dr for a report of a runaway juvenile. During his investigation he contacted the juvenile office and informed them of the situation. Officers then searched the area for the juvenile, later locating them. They took the juvenile into custody and released them to the juvenile office.

Officer Kerley responded to Texas St in regard to a domestic altercation. His investigation found the parties argued about one individual too intoxicated to take care of a child. The individual found a sober driver and left. Information will be given to the Missouri Children's Division.