On July 22nd at 12:55 pm, the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Department reported that vehicles driven by David Freed of Redding and Caleb Thorton of Bedford were traveling opposite directions on 290th Street one mile east of Route P32 when they met at the crest of a hill and collided.
On July 30th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Nicholas Mercer (35) of Albany in Harrison County on charges of Possession of Methamphetamine (Felony) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Prosecutor Alex Van Zandt filed charges the next day. Bond was set at $7,000, cash only.
On July 30th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Daniel King (36) of Grant City alleging Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident).
On July 30th, Harrison County Prosecutor Alex Van Zandt filed charges against Linda Updegraff (56) of Albany alleging Stealing (Felony). An affidavit from the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department alleges the defendant allegedly stole $17,080.85 while employed by the Bethany Building Center. Bond was set at $30,000, cash or corporate surety.
On July 31st, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Kevin Cutcliff (39) of Kansas City alleging DWI and Speeding (65/40).
On the morning of July 31st, a gun factory near Albany caught fire, causing massive explosions. The fire was visible as far away as Grant City.
On the evening of July 31st, severe weather came through the area. KMA reported that severe thunderstorm and tornado warnings were issued across Pottawattamie County (IA). There were 70 mile per hour wind gusts, a semi-trailer flipped over on I-29, and power lines down near Oakland and Neola. The storm moved through there around 5 pm. Later that evening, the storm passed through Sheridan and Worth County; it turned unusually dark after 7 pm and a severe thunderstorm warning was issued. Later, there were some power outages. KTTN reported that 145 Livingston County customers, 12 from Linn County, 7 from Harrison, 2 from Mercer and Sullivan, and 1 from Daviess County were without power. Evergy reported that 117,000 customers, mostly in the Salina, Topeka, and Lawrence areas in Kansas and the Kansas City metro area. As of Thursday afternoon, there were still 16,000 without power. Winds as high as 80 mph were involved and 50 poles were down in the Topeka and Salina areas. As of Thursday, over 1,100 Evergy crew members and 350 linemen from out of the area were working to restore service.
On July 31st, KTTN reported that a 17 year old teen from Union Star sustained serious injuries in an ATV wreck three miles southeast of Union Star at around 2:30 pm.
On July 31st, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Thomas Gilliland (27) of Pickering alleging Violation of a Protection Order and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm (Felony). Bond was set at $30,000, cash or corporate surety.
On July 31st, DeKalb County Prosecutor Erik Tate filed charges against Richard Miller (40) of Cameron alleging Statutory Rape (Felony), Statutory Sodomy (Felony), Child Molestation (Felony), and Incest (Felony). Bond was set at $10,000, cash only.
On July 31st, the Maryville Forum reported the family of Jennie Frame of Burlington Junction lost their home to a fire and subsequent water damage from those fighting it. The city opened City Hall for people to donate items for the family. A free will donation supper, silent auction, and live auction will be held at the Burlington Junction American Legion starting August 24th at 4 pm.
On July 31st, Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft filed a lawsuit against the Biden Administration challenging an executive order directing federal agencies to expand access to voter registration and election information and integrate voter registration services into routine transactions. The Secretary of State says the directive oversteps federal authority and infringes on states’ rights to manage their own election procedures.
On July 31st, the Northeast Nodaway School reported that someone was doing donuts in the school parking lot.
On July 31st, the Arnold Police Department reported that K-9 dog Vader died after being left in a running vehicle. K-9 dogs are typically left in running police vehicles when officers are engaged in work that doesn’t involve the dog. However, the air conditioner quit and the alarm system that was supposed to activate when the vehicle reached a certain temperature did not activate.
On July 31st, the Holt County Sheriff’s Department reported that a 39 year old cold case has been solved. Kirby David has been charged with 1st Degree Murder for the death of Peggy Horseman, who was found shot to death at the King Oil Station in Mound City, where she was the night store clerk. David is currently incarcerated in the Missouri Department of Corrections on unrelated charges.
On July 31st, the Eastern Missouri US Attorney’s Office reported that Edna McGowan-Baker was sentenced in US District Court to 41 months in prison for Pandemic Loan Fraud. The defendant allegedly applied for seven PPP loans for five different companies in her name, only two of which were in operation. The defendant allegedly falsified the companies’ payrolls, employees, and annual income. She also allegedly submitted fraudulent tax returns. The defendant allegedly used the proceeds to pay personal expenses and purchases.
On August 1st, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Keith Kelly (61) of Albany alleging DWI (Felony).
On August 1st, the Nodaway County Sheriff’s Department released more information on the police chase on July 30th from Maryville to Barnard. There were two people arrested, one adult and one juvenile. The adult was identified as Demitri Magana (19) of St. Joseph, who was charged with Tampering with a Motor Vehicle, Stealing (Firearm), and Resisting Arrest. Citizens from Barnard provided a location to set up a command post during the operation. The Palmer family fed 30 officers lunch. Agencies involved in this investigation and man hunt consisted of the Maryville Police, Andrew County Sheriff’s Office, Nodaway County Sheriff’s Office, Platte County Sheriff’s Office, Missouri State Highway Patrol, St. Joseph Police, and the Missouri Conservation Office. Charges have been filed against Magana by Prosecutor Tina Dieter. Bond was denied.
On August 1st, the US and Russia announced one of the biggest prisoner swaps between the two countries since the Russian “Special Military Operation” in Ukraine began. Freed were Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, former US Marine Paul Whelan, Russian-American journalist Alsu Kurmasheva of Radio Free Europe, and Russian dissident Vladimir Kara-Murza, a permanent US resident. 16 political prisoners being held by Russia were freed in exchange for eight Russians jailed in the US, Germany, Norway, Slovenia, and Poland.
On August 1st, the City of Tarkio issued a boil advisory following a water main break. The advisory was lifted on August 3rd.
On August 1st, the Associated Press reported that former FBI agent Christopher Bauer (45) of Alabama was sentenced to life in prison after he was convicted by an Alabama jury of sexually assaulting an 11 year old girl while serving as an Alabama state trooper. He was sentenced by Montgomery County (AL) Circuit Judge Jimmy Pool. Bauer had allegedly been fired by the FBI over allegations of repeated rape of a co-worker at knifepoint. The defendant allegedly forged a letter from the FBI falsely stating that he had a clean record and that he was eligible for rehire. The defendant allegedly omitted his ouster from the FBI on his application to work for the Alabama State Highway Patrol.
On August 1st, KTTN reported that Ronnel Williams (22) of Kansas City pleaded guilty in Western Missouri US District Court to charges that he made an illegal straw purchase of one of the firearms used at Union Station on February 14th during the Kansas City Chiefs Victory Parade. The defendant allegedly made false statements to a gun dealer saying that he was the actual buyer of a firearm receiver when in fact, he was purchasing it for someone not of lawful age. Under federal law, a firearm receiver is considered a firearm.
On August 1st, KTTN reported that Juan Rivas (52) of California was sentenced in US District Court by Judge Roseann Ketchmark to 1 year and 7 months without parole and ordered to pay $64,434 in restitution to American Airlines after he pleaded guilty to charges he interference with flight crew members and attendants. On February 13th, 2022, American Airlines Flight 1774 was traveling nonstop from Los Angeles to Washington (DC) when the defendant got into an argument with a flight attendant, grabbed plastic silverware and attempted to create the appearance of a weapon, tried to break a champagne bottle, and attempted to open an exit door. The defendant allegedly assaulted law enforcement officers following an emergency landing at KCI, with several sustaining injuries. He faces additional charges in Platte County for Assaulting a Law Enforcement Officer.
On August 1st, the Associated Press reported that a judge ruled that Justin Mohn of Levittown (PA) was competent to stand trial. The defendant is accused of murdering his father, beheading him, and posting it on YouTube, where it stayed up for several hours before being taken down. In the video, he allegedly held up his father’s head, identified him as a 20 year federal employee, and called for violence against the government. He is charged with First Degree Murder, Abusing a Corpse, and Possession of Instruments of Crime. Bond is denied.
On August 1st, Governor Mike Parson announced an executive order prohibiting the sale of foods containing psychoactive compounds in the state unless originating from an “approved source.” The Department of Health and Senior Services will take steps to embargo and condemn these products. The order also prohibits psychoactive cannabis products from being sold at retail establishments holding a liquor license.
On August 1st, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that Joshua Pike (34) of King City was northbound on 169 at Avenue City when he attempted to pass a vehicle. He had a head on collision with Raymond Younger (50) of St. Joseph. Both men had serious injuries and were taken to Mosaic Life Care. Subsequently, Pike was taken to Truman Medical Center and passed away on August 2nd from his injuries.
On August 2nd, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Alan McConkey (37) of Albany alleging DWI and Speeding (89 mph).
On August 2nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Dacco Muth (19) of Leavenworth (KS) alleging Stealing (Felony). An affidavit from the Maryville Police Department alleges the defendant stole a rechargable battery power bank from a local store valued at $999.99. Bond was set at $10,000, cash or corporate surety.
On August 2nd, KMA reported that Tabor Manor Care in Fremont (IA) filed for bankruptcy listing $1.3 million in assets and $2.3 million in liabilities. The state says the nursing home facility owes $1.1 million in Quality Assurance Assessment fees, which are used to drive up expenses at Iowa nursing homes. In return, the facilities draw down more Medicaid reimbursement from the federal government for resident care. Under Iowa law, facilities are supposed to use most of the increased revenue to boost pay of front line caregivers. However, the facility stopped making Quality Assurance Payments in 2019.
On August 2nd, Renetta Golden-Larimore (55) of Kansas City pleaded guilty in US District Court to charges of Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud. The defendant allegedly prepared 43 false Paycheck Protection loan applications that were funded, causing a loss of $908,278 to the Small Business Administration. She allegedly charged fees between $2,000 and $7,000 per application, earning at least $75,833 from the scheme. She also allegedly created false IRS forms for nonexistent businesses and inflated income statements for existing businesses. Twenty other individuals have been charged and convicted in conjunction with the scheme.
On August 2nd, KTTN reported that a traffic stop near Lathrop resulted in a police chase. Subsequently, the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department arrested Carl Roberts on an outstanding warrant from Kansas (Stealing).
On August 2nd, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that a 9 year old girl was driving a 4-wheeler in a private yard in Kidder. She struck a post, causing it to overturn. She received serious injuries and was taken to Children’s Mercy Hospital for treatment.
On August 2nd, KQ2 reported that Debby Jackson of Bethany filed a successful $5 million lawsuit against Mosaic Life Care alleging that she was placed in surgery for breast cancer treatment. However, she alleged that the surgery, which should have taken just four hours, actually took 11 hours and that Mosaic didn’t adjust her body enough during the 11 hours. As a result, she alleged that she lost the use of her leg due to permanent nerve damage. However, she will not be receiving the $5 million because the jury signed the damages under “Future Non-Economic Damages” instead of “Future Economic Damages. Missouri places a cap on “Future Non-Economic Damages.” As a result, she will only get $615,000, all of which will go towards attorney’s fees and Medicare expenses.
On August 2nd, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that a 2007 Buick Lucerne driven by Jacole Hunzinger (21) of Maryville was traveling on Route 136 five miles west of Stanberry at around 7:42 pm when he failed to negotiate a curve, ran off the road, and struck an embankment. He received minor injuries and was taken to Mosaic in Albany.
On August 2nd, the Western Missouri US Attorney’s Office reported that Chaelyn Groves pleaded guilty in US District Court to making an illegal purchase of a weapon recovered following the shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs Victory Parade on February 14th. The defendant allegedly was the recipient of a straw purchase made by Ronnel Williams (22) of Kansas City, who also pleaded guilty.
On August 2nd, the US Department of Justice announced an indictment against six defendants alleging they participated in a scheme to steal millions of dollars from peoples’ bank accounts. Charged were Henry LoConti, 63, of Chardon, Ohio; John Flynn, 43, of Canada; Shoaib Ahmad, 64, of Canada; Timothy Munoz, 57, of Wilmington, California; Eric Crespin, 61, of Canada; and Lezli St. Hill, 53, of Canada. The defendants allegedly obtained banking information for victims, created shell companies that purported to offer goods and services, and then debited the victims’ accounts. The Justice Department urges individuals to be on the lookout for unauthorized debits to their accounts. Regularly check your bank, credit card and other financial statements and contact your financial institution if you see a charge you do not recognize. Report any fraudulent debit you identify to law enforcement. Reports may be filed with the FTC at www.reportfraud.ftc.gov or at 877-FTC-HELP.
On August 2nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Eric Clark (41) of Maryville alleging Tampering with Motor Vehicle (Felony). An affidavit from the Maryville Police Department alleges the defendant stole someone else’s electric scooter. Bond was set at $5,000 with the defendant released on his own recognizance.
On August 2nd, the US Department of Justice and the FTC announced a lawsuit against TikTok alleging that starting in 2019, the company knowingly permitted children to create TikTok accounts and to create, view, and share short-form videos. The defendant allegedly collected and retained a wide variety of personal information from these children without notifying or obtaining consent from their parents. Further, when parents discovered these accounts and requested that the defendants delete these accounts, the defendants frequently failed to honor those requests. The suit alleges that as a result, millions of children under 13 were using the regular TikTok app, subjected to extensive data collection, and allowed to interact with adult users and access adult content.
On August 4th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Taylor Coffelt (24) of Ravenwood in Nodaway County on charges of DWI, Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident), and No Seat Belt. The arrest followed a wreck west of Ravenwood that evening at around 7:30 pm. The Patrol says that Coffelt was westbound on 136 1½ miles west of Ravenwood when she veered off the north side of the road, skidded, overcorrected, returned to the highway, and went off the south side. The vehicle then struck an embankment, overturned, struck the embankment again, and came to rest on its wheels. Coffelt sustained minor injuries.
On August 5th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Stephen Seeley (45) of Pomona (MO) alleging Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony), No Valid License (6th Offense, Felony), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Speeding, No Insurance, and Displaying Plates of Another. Bond was set at $5,000, cash or corporate surety.
On August 5th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Carl McCartney (42) of McFall in Gentry County on two Missouri Parole Board Warrants (Non-Support), Driving While Revoked, Absconding from Parole, and an out of state warrant.
On August 5th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Dre Mires (19) of Burlington Junction alleging Leaving the Scene. An affidavit from the Nodaway County Sheriff’s Department alleges the defendant fell asleep at the wheel on a road just south of Hopkins and ran into a fence, damaging it.
On August 5th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Richard Culp (55) of Skidmore alleging DWI, Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident), and No Seat Belt.
On August 5th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against David Vance (63) of Fairfax alleging Stealing. An affidavit from the Maryville Police Department alleges the defendant stole $100 worth of merchandise from a local store.
On August 5th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Cody Scopel (37) of Maryville alleging DWI, Careless & imprudent Driving (Accident) and No Seat Belt.
On August 5th, the Iowa State Highway Patrol reported that Holton McCutchan (19) of Prescott (IA) was northbound on P33 near Prescott in Union County (IA). A vehicle driven by Phillip Williams (48) of Creston was southbound. The Patrol says McCutchan went off the shoulder, overcorrected, and struck Williams’ vehicle, causing it to roll. Williams was life flighted to Des Moines.
On August 5th, the Union County Sheriff’s Department arrested Gary McDougal (59) of Osceola on 3 counts Possession of Controlled Substance, 2 counts Failure to Affix Drug Tax Stamp, and 2 counts Controlled Substance Violation. Bond was set at $60,000, cash or corporate surety.
On August 5th, NPR reported that a judge ruled in a lawsuit against Google brought by the US Department of Justice that Google had acted illegally to dominate the search engine market. Judge Amit Mehta ruled that Google had illegally negotiated exclusive agreements with device makers like Apple and Samsung to be the default search engine on their phones and computers. In one year, Google had allegedly paid more than $26 million for such agreements. A separate trial will determine remedies for the company going forward.
On August 5th, the Eastern Missouri US Attorney’s Office reported that John Pound (81) of Des Peres (MO) pleaded guilty to charges that he embezzled money from real estate clients. The defendant allegedly took larger management fees, took larger commissions, and charged higher hourly rates than he was authorized to take. He was sentenced to five years in prison and ordered to repay $292,305 in restitution. He resigned as an elected council member after his guilty plea.
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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