Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Area Courthouse, Police, and Crime Reports for August 14th, 2024

On August 5th, Cynthia Hayes (51) of Maryville pleaded guilty in Nodaway County Circuit Court to a charge of Failure to Register as Sex Offender. She was sentenced to five years probation by Judge Corey Herron. 

On August 5th, Jurell Green (29) of St. Joseph pleaded guilty in Nodaway County Circuit Court to charges of Assault (Law Enforcement Officer) and DWI (Prior). He was sentenced to five years probation and 10 days in jail by Judge Corey Herron with credit for time served. 

On August 5th, Jaymes Larson (23) of Grant City failed to appear in Worth County Associate Circuit Court on charges of Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident) and Driving While Revoked. A warrant was issued and bond was set at $522.50, cash only. 

On August 6th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Luke Thompson (24) of Union Star alleging DWI (Felony), Resisting Arrest (Felony), Driving While Revoked, Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident) and Leaving the Scene. Bond was set at $5,000, cash or corporate surety.

On August 6th, Harrison County Prosecutor Alex Van Zandt filed charges against Kristina Rhodus (35) of Bethany alleging Child Abuse (Felony). Bond was set at $2,000, posted by the defendant.

On August 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Thomas Ingersoll (30) of King City alleging 4 counts Stealing. An affidavit from the Maryville Police Department alleges the defendant stole various shoes from Shoe Sensation in Maryville. Another affidavit from the Maryville Police Department alleges the defendant stole a cooler and a propane cylinder from another store. Another affidavit from the Maryville Police Department alleges the defendant stole a box of Crown Royal and a bag from another store. A fourth affidavit from the Maryville Police Department alleges the defendant stole sporting goods, electronics, lawn and garden items, and video games from another store. 

On August 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Jose Arnoldo Hernand Pacheco (39) of Kansas City (KS) alleging DWI, Careless & Imprudent Driving, and No Valid License.

On August 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Latrisha McMillen (45) of Ravenwood alleging Possession of Methamphetamine (Felony). Bond was set at $2,500, cash or corporate surety.

On August 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Kristian Haupt (19) of Maryville alleging Harassment.

On August 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Hayden Emery (24) of Maryville alleging Harassment.

On August 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Jeffrey Ebrecht (40) of Fairfax alleging Resisting Arrest (Felony). Bond was set at $5,000 with the defendant to be released on his own recognizance.

On August 6th, the Western Missouri US Attorney’s Office reported that Marek Redding (20) of Lee’s Summit (MO) pleaded guilty in US District Court to extorting minors into sending him pornographic images and videos of themselves. He was sentenced to 20 years in prison without parole by Judge Howard Sachs, must register as a sex offender upon his release, and must remain on supervised release for 25 years following his incarceration. 

On August 7th, the Western Missouri US Attorney’s Office announced that Roger Kempke (58) of Clinton was sentenced in US District Court to 25 years and five months without parole on a charge of Receiving Child Porn by Judge Greg Kays. He must spend the rest of his life on supervised release following incarceration and pay $81,000 in restitution to victims. 

On August 7th, the Western Missouri US Attorney’s Office announced that Lance Berry (37) of Lawson pleaded guilty to a charge of Distributing Child Pornography in US District Court. 

On August 7th, Harrison County Prosecutor Alex Van Zandt filed charges against Richard Deuel (48) of Bethany alleging Domestic Assault (Felony) and Trespassing. Bond was set at $10,000, cash only.

On August 7th, the Bethany Republican-Clipper reported that Kevin Nible (47) of Bethany had his probation revoked by Judge Daren Adkins, Associate Circuit Judge of Daviess County, and sentenced him to five years in the Missouri Department of Corrections. Nible had been on probation for Burglary.

On August 7th, the Bethany Republican-Clipper reported that the City of New Hampton sent five abatement orders to property owners regarding mowing, brush, junk, and inoperable vehicles. 

On August 8th, Brandon Cornelius (39) of St. Joseph pleaded guilty to a charge of Domestic Assault (Felony) in Gentry County Circuit Court. He was sentenced to five years probation by Judge Corey Herron. Defendant must complete a mental health evaluation and a violence assessment and have no contact with the victim.

On August 8th, Jagger Moad (22) of Bethany pleaded guilty to a charge of No Valid License (Felony) in Gentry County Circuit Court. He was sentenced to five years probation by Judge Corey Herron. Defendant must serve 30 days shock time in jail to run concurrent with another Gentry County case.

On August 8th, Quincy Akins (17) of Eagleville pleaded guilty in Harrison County Associate Circuit Court to charges of Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident) and No Seat Belt. He was sentenced to two years probation by Judge Jay Hemenway. Defendant must pay $200 to the Law Enforcement Restitution Fund and court costs, and successfully complete a driver improvement course.

On August 8th, the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Department arrested Richard Stark (41) of Kellerton, Levi Stark (31) of Kellerton, and Riley Stark (19) of Mount Ayr on charges of Burglary (Felony) and Wilful Injury (Causing Bodily Injury, Felony). Bond was set at $30,000, cash only. Two juveniles were involved in the incident and will be receiving juvenile referrals.

On August 8th, Harrison County Prosecutor Alex Van Zandt filed charges against Raven Spatz (32) of Bethany alleging Possession of Alprazolam (Felony). Bond was set at $3,000, cash only.

On August 8th, KMA Radio reported that a train derailed in Red Oak at around 6 am. Four grain cars were derailed, and one collided with a parked railroad transportation vehicle which had a person in it at the time. The individual was able to extricate himself and was treated for minor injuries.

On August 9th, Daniel King (36) of Grant City pleaded guilty in Gentry County Associate Circuit Court to a charges of Careless & Imprudent Driving. He was assessed $215.50 in fines and court costs by Judge Rebecca McGinley.

On August 9th, KQ2 reported that David Lau, who serves as St. Joseph Central’s Activities Director, had been charged with Resisting an Officer (Felony) for an incident that happened in Florida in May. On July 8th, Lau pleaded not guilty in Naples (FL) court. 

On August 9th, the Maryville Forum reported that an unfinished paint shop at the J.L. Houston company in Hopkins caught fire and engulfed the building. Firefighters were called around 9 am and the fire was out by 11:30 am. There were no injuries. A grinder wheel started the fire on foam insulation. The company plans to rebuild the structure. The Hopkins, Maryville, Bedford, and Union Township fire departments responded. River Valley Ag came and helped. There will be no layoffs due to the fire. Smoke could still be smelled in Hopkins Saturday evening and a hint of smoke could be smelled in Sheridan.

On August 9th, the Eighth Circuit issued an injunction against the Biden Administration from any further loan forgiveness of principal or interest, not charging borrowers from accrued interest, and from further implementing the SAVE Act’s payment threshold provisions. The injunction was issued in response to a lawsuit brought by Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey.

On August 9th, the US Department of Justice announced the extradition of Arthur Petrov (33), a dual Russian and German national, from Cyprus. He faces charges alleging he procured US-sourced microelectronics for manufacturers supplying weaponry and other equipment to the Russian military to help with their “Special Military Operation” in Ukraine. 

On August 10th, the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Department arrested Shunta Harris of Brookhaven (MS) on charges of Possession of Marijuana. Bond was set at $1,000.

On August 10th, the Iowa Department of Safety reported that there was a shooting at the I-29 Speedway near Pacific Junction (IA), in Mills County. Two people, Marcus Johnson (28) of Omaha and Charles Williams (27) of Omaha were killed. As of Sunday evening, the shooter or shooters were still at large.

On August 10th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Vincent Fletchall (42) of Pattonsburg in Harrison County on charges of DWI (Felony), No Valid License, and Speeding (87 mph). Charges were filed the same day by Prosecutor Alex Van Zandt. Bond was set at $1,500, cash only, posted by the defendant.

On August 11th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Donald Greenleaf (32) of Waseca (MN) in Harrison County on charges of Possession of Methamphetamine (Felony), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Speeding, and No Valid License. The Patrol also arrested Amanda Franklin (39) of Benson (MN) on charges of Possession of Methamphetamine (Felony) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Charges against both were subsequently filed by Prosecutor Alex Van Zandt. Bond for both was set at $7,000 each, cash only. 

On August 12th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Frederick Ellis (70) of Bella Vista (AR) in Harrison County on charges of Possession of Methamphetamine (Felony), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Failure to Drive on Right Half of Roadway.

On August 12th, Judge Corey Herron issued a warrant for the arrest of Jurell Green (29) of St. Joseph after the court received a violation report. Green had been serving probation on Nodaway County charges of Assault (Law Enforcement Officer) and DWI. Bond was denied.

On August 12th, Judge Jay Hemenway issued a warrant for the arrest of Brittany Slaughter (29) of Bethany and revoked her bond after the defendant allegedly violated the terms and conditions of her bond by having contact with minor children. Bond was denied. On August 13th, Harrison County Prosecutor Alex Van Zandt filed a motion for bond forfeiture. 

On August 12th, the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Department reported that while being detained at the Ringgold County Jail, Koltin Marler of Lenox received additional charges of Tampering with Reporting Party (Felony) and Violation of No Contact Order. Bond was set at $17,000.

On August 12th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against John Mancuso (23) of Grant City alleging Possession of Methamphetamine (Felony) and Driving While Revoked. Bond was set at $5,000, cash or corporate surety. On August 12th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones also filed charges against Zayne Swope (22) of Grant City alleging Possession of Methamphetamine (Felony). Bond was set at $5,000, cash or corporate surety, posted by the defendant.

On August 12th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Justin Fitzmier (33) of Mound City and Daniel Fitzmier (32) of Mound City alleging Violation of Protection Order.

Charges listed are merely allegations. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty it is to determine guilt or innocence. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. 





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