Webb City, Carl Junction residents injured in collision at Airport Drive

Three people were injured in a two-vehicle accident 5:05 p.m. Friday on MO 171 at Airport Drive.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2003 Buick Rendezvous driven by Marian H. Speer, 81, Carl Junction, turned into the path of a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu driven by Robert J. Rall, 58, Webb City.

The Speer vehicle hit the front of the Rall vehicle. The Speer vehicle partially traveled off the roadway while the Rall vehicle came to rest in the intersection.

Rall and a passenger in his vehicle, Denise L. Bennett, 56, Webb City, were treated for moderate injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

Speer was treated for moderate injuries at Mercy Joplin.

 

Highway Patrol Arrests September 28-30

Joshua A. Ducey, 27, El Dorado Springs, driving while intoxicated, failure to register motor vehicle, failure to display license lamp, no insurance, driving while suspended

Todd L. Mock, 43, Aldrich, driving while intoxicated, stop sign violation

Fabian Zambrano, 23, Ozark, driving while intoxicated, lane violation, no driver's license, no insurance

Paisley A. Helmer, 18, Fair Grove, driving while intoxicated, minor visibly intoxicated

Baxter Springs school goes on lockdown due to armed man in vicinity

 (From the Baxter Springs Police Department)

There are rumors as well as Facebook post and comments alleging shots were fired at or near Lincoln School. This is not true. No shots were fired,at all, anywhere in Baxter Springs.

Officers of the Baxter Springs Police Department were looking for an individual who reportedly had made threats of violence and had a gun on his person.

 
One of the locations in which officers were checking for the individual was in the vicinity of Lincoln School. They were notified of the situation. They followed safety protocols and did a soft lockdown. This is just to ensure someone with malicious intent could not get into the school and hide or take other devastating action.

 
They acted in the best interest of the children and school staff. USD 508 has a very secure system of communication with law enforcement and action plans to keep your children safe.

Newton County Dissolution of Marriage Petition

Emily G. Beets vs. Carson J. Beets

 

Jasper County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

Samuel J. Butcher vs. Kendra J. Butcher

Mariah Dennis vs. Antonio Pierce

Jaime L. Hund vs. Gussie V. Buchanan

Jessica L. Maynard vs. Dalton K. Maynard

Jonathon G. Pearce vs. Deannda L. Pearce

Mary Nunez vs. Alvaro Nunez

Julia Radley vs. Corban Radley

Chadwick T. Studyvin vs. Erica B. Studyvin

Jennifer Johnson vs. Michael Johnson

Mohamed Ghonim vs. Shireen Hafez

Lauren A. Sanders vs. Samuel L. Sanders

U. S. Bankruptcy Court Petitions- Joplin

Barton County

Melinda L. Johnston

Jasper County

Andrea N. Miller

Cody Wayne Rickey and Chelsie Nichole Rickey

Christopher James Anderson

Mary Ann Williams

Amanda Sue Henry

Lawrence County

Marty Keith Campbell

Vernon County

Clifford Earl Sneed

Cory Donovan Scheerer

 

Joplin Police Department Arrests September 28-29

09/28/2023 1107 

CLINTON JOHN GRAY 

 1205 Iowa St JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 46 3RD/BYERS 0.00 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

09/28/2023 1614 

KIRK WILLIAM GARRISON 

 425 S Old Stage Road CAVE JUNCTION, OR 97523 

WM 33 8TH MAIN 0.00 

BICYCLES - RIDING ON SIDEWALK 

09/28/2023 2215 

PERRY RAYMOND TICE 

 1531 Bird Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804-0000 

WM 60 2220 S VIRGINIA AVE 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

09/28/2023 2300 

PRENTIECE HACKETT 

 323 St Charles JOPLIN, MO 64801 

BF 58 1621 E 4TH ST 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

09/28/2023 2254 

CHAD DANIEL DODSON 

 1413 Greyfield Dr ST AUGUSTINE, FL 32092 

WM 52 7TH ST/VIRIGINIA AVE 500.00 

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED 

IMPROPER LANE USAGE 

09/28/2023 2302 

SANADRO DAKANNO 

 1105 S Sergeant Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

BM 51 20TH/ MAIN ST 500.00 

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED 

NO VALID DRIVERS LICENSE 

NO PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 

09/28/2023 2300 

TRAVIS DALE BRASEL 

 Homeless JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 34 1621 E 4TH ST 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

09/29/2023 0155 

KEVIN DARNELL SMITH 

 102 N Pearl Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

BM 57 E 7TH ST/ S MICHIGAN AVE 0.00 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

09/29/2023 0252 

LARRY ALLEN DIPLEY 

 531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 62 26TH/MAIDEN LN 500.00 

PARK AFTER HOURS 

09/29/2023 0425 

SHEILA LYNNE VINSON 

 3430 Newman Rd, 306 JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WF 58 E 22ND ST / S CONNECTICUT 0.00 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

09/29/2023 0530 

STEVEN BELL Jr 

BM 35 E 7TH ST/ GENEVEA 0.00 

4422 Sunrise Ln JOPLIN, MO 64801 

TURN SIGNALS REQUIRED 

OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING 

POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA 

09/29/2023 0620 

CASSANDRA ANN FLENNIKEN 

 931 S Porter Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WF 40 6TH/MAIDEN LANE 500.00 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

09/29/2023 0719 

NANCY ESMERALDA SOLIS 

 1319 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WF 31 1319 S KENTUCKY AVE 500.00 

OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

09/29/2023 1005 

GEORGEANN MAE BARKSDALE 

 1818 Vermont Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804 

WF 41 2426 S MAIDEN LANE 500.00 

OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING 

TURN SIGNALS REQUIRED 

DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

09/29/2023 1145 

TYRONE CLARK 

 3420 S Ruby Way JOPLIN, MO 64804 

BM 63 3420 S RUBY WAY 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

09/29/2023 1455 

JONATHAN LEE BRISBIN 

 531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 40 3151 E 7TH ST 500.00 

LARCENY 

LARCENY 

Arkansas couple injured in motorcycle crash in Joplin

An Arkansas couple was injured in a one-vehicle accident 1 p.m. today on Riverside Drive in Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2014 Indian Chieftain motorcycle driven by Thomas J. McDonald, 79, Rogers, Arkansas, traveled off the right side of the roadway, struck a culvert and overturned.

McDonald and a passenger, Sharon A. McDonald, 78, Rogers, were treated for moderate injuries at Mercy Joplin.

Perkins Street to be closed at McKinley Avenue in Joplin next week

(From the City of Joplin)

Perkins Street at McKinley Avenue will be closed beginning on Monday, October 2. The closure is expected to last two days to allow for the the gas company’s contractor to trench the road as they replace a gas line.

Drivers are urged to use extreme caution in the work area. The City appreciates your patience as this work is completed.

North Heights Porchfest topic on next Newsmakers program

(From KGCS)

There will be music in the air October 7 from noon to 7:00 p.m. as the North Heights neighborhood in Joplin hosts another Porchfest. Details of the event are being shared on this week’s Newsmakers program.

Porchfest Coordinator Justin Gill explains how the music, art and food event started and shares details of a map for visitors to find where bands are playing. Forty-seven bands or solo musical artists will perform throughout the day on a variety of porches and lawns in the area of E Street and Byers Avenue. Food trucks will attend along with homemade art and craft artists. 

Caleb Miller with the band Vagabond Grove shares the benefits of the event for musicians and brings his guitar for an impromptu performance. Homeowner Steve Brunson talks about his experience hosting bands on his porch and how the event is good for the neighborhood. T-shirt sales from the otherwise free event have supported improvements such as sidewalk and curb repairs.

Newsmakers is airing nightly at 5 and 9 p.m. the week of October 1 on KGCS-TV and will be broadcast at 5:30 a.m. Saturday, October 7, on KOAM-TV. It is also posted on the station’s YouTube channel: KGCS - Missouri Southern State University.

KGCS programming can be seen on channel 21 and is also available on regional cable television systems such as Sparklight, Mediacom and Suddenlink Communications. The station operates as a service of the Department of Communications at Missouri Southern State University.

Carthage man killed in collision on 96

A Carthage man was killed in a two-vehicle accident 6:25 p.m. Thursday on MO 96 five miles east of Carthage.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1995 Chevrolet 1500 driven by John W. James, 40, Carthage, failed to yield and pulled into the path of a 2022 Peterbilt driven by William F. Dunaway, 42, Neosho.

Jasper County Coroner Randy Mace pronounced James dead at the scene.

Dunaway was treated for moderate injuries at Mercy Joplin.

The fatality was the 108th this year for Highway Patrol Troop D.

Duenweg Police Department adding K9 unit

(From the Duenweg Police Department)

We're thrilled to introduce Zeke, our 1 and 1/2 year old Belgian Malinois, who has been handpicked to pioneer the K9 Unit for the Duenweg Police Department. As our city continues to thrive and expand, our unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of every resident has led us to this monumental initiative.

The K9 Unit, with Zeke at the forefront, promises to enhance our capacity to maintain safe streets and foster community trust. This is not just a leap forward for our department, but a moment of pride for our entire community. We hope each and every one of you will embrace Zeke with the warmth and enthusiasm he deserves.

As they embark on this journey together, Zeke and his dedicated human partner, Sgt. Dalglish, will be undergoing an intensive 6-week training program. Their focus? To fortify their bond and sharpen their collaborative skills. 

It's worth noting that Zeke, with his prior training, might have a playful advantage over Sgt. Dalglish at the moment. But together, they're gearing up to be an unbeatable duo.

We're excited about this new chapter and deeply grateful for your support. Here's to safer streets and the start of an incredible partnership.

Miami Police Department cracking down on reckless motorcyclists

(From the Miami Police Department)

Attention Miami residents! 

We've heard your concerns about reckless motorcyclists disrupting our city's peace and safety during the evening and nighttime. Starting today, the Miami Police Department is taking a firm stand against this behavior.

Reckless riding won't be tolerated!

Increased patrols to ensure safety

Report incidents, be our eyes on the road.

Let's work together to keep our streets safe at night. Your safety is our priority!

Joplin Police Department Arrests September 27-28

09/27/2023 0810 

MARCUS JUSTIN THOMPSON 

 531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 54 621 S KENTUCKY 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

09/27/2023 0810 

CAITLIN TAYLOR GREGORY 

 531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WF 27 621 S KENTUCKY 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

09/27/2023 0800 

BRITTANY NICHOLE SUMAGPANG 

 7665 Iris Rd NEOSHO, MO 64850 

WF 38 303 E 3RD 500.00 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

09/27/2023 0842 

MICHAEL WAYNE NAPIER 

 2822 W 4th St JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 46 3RD/WALMUT 500.00 

DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED 

09/27/2023 0925 

DAVID HUNTER WILSON 

23007072 Homeless JOPLIN, MO 64801 

BM 27 3151 E 7TH 500.00 

LARCENY - SHOPLIFTING 

09/27/2023 1110 

MICHAEL MONROE MCKENZIE 

 531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 57 1501 S RANGELINE 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

09/27/2023 1450 

AUDREY MIYOUNG KIM 

 100 Skyline Drive JOPLIN, MO 64804 

WF 52 2104 S INDIANA 500.00 

DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED 

NO PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 

09/28/2023 0138 

LUCAS DANIEL ELLIOTT 

 2303 E 10th St JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 28 18TH / MAIN ST 500.00 

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED 

TRAFFIC SIGNALS- FLASHING RED 

IMPROPER LANE USAGE

 

Highway Patrol Arrests September 27-28

Lela L. Churchwell, 44, Fayetteville, Arkansas, driving while intoxicated, driving wrong way

Lonnie D. Hoffman, 71, Groton, South Dakota, driving while intoxicated, lane violation

Highway Patrol Troop D announces promotions, including Sarcoxie High School graduate

(From Highway Patrol Troop D)

Captain D. Scott Sater, commanding officer of Troop D, Springfield, Missouri, is pleased to announce the following promotions effective October 1, 2023.

Trooper Joseph D. Fischer is being promoted to the rank of corporal and will be assigned to Lawrence and Dade counties. Fischer was appointed to the Missouri State Highway Patrol in January 1996, as a member of the 71st Recruit Class. 

After graduating from the Patrol’s Law Enforcement Academy, he was assigned to Troop E, Zone 7, which serves the citizens of Mississippi County. In 1999, he transferred to Troop D, Zone 9, serving Cedar and St. Clair counties. In 2010, he transferred to his current assignment in Zone 5, Jasper County.

Corporal Fischer graduated from Sarcoxie High School, Sarcoxie, Missouri, in 1991. He graduated in 1995 from Missouri Southern State University, in Joplin, Missouri, with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.

***

Trooper Todd C. Baker is being promoted to the rank of corporal and will remain in his current assignment in Zone 9, which serves Cedar and St. Clair counties. Baker was appointed to the Missouri State Highway Patrol in January 2015, as a member of the 100th Recruit Class. After graduating from the Patrol’s Law Enforcement Academy, he was assigned to Troop D, Zone 9.

Corporal Baker graduated from LaVille High School, in Lakeville, Indiana, in 2000. Before joining the Patrol, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in liberal arts from Bethel College in Mishawaka, Indiana. Corporal Baker is married.

Lane closure taking place on Range Line today due to emergency sewer repairs

(From the City of Joplin)

Drivers along southbound Range Line Road will experience a lane closure just south of 7th Street today, Sept. 28, to allow City workers to make emergency sewer repairs. 

Southbound travelers will need to merge into the single open lane as they near this closure. Drivers should be prepared to slow down as they approach this lane merge and use extreme caution. Work is expected to be completed by the end of the day today.

 

The Missouri Department of Transportation is responsible for this State highway and alerted the City’s Public Works Department to a sewer manhole issue in this area. City crews are currently working to resolve this issue.

The City thanks everyone for their patience as this repair is completed. For questions, please contact Public Works at 417-624-0820, ext. 1530.

Joplin High School seniors named National Merit Semi-Finalists

(From Joplin Schools)

Joplin High School seniors Aidan Koch and Daniel Fajardo have been named National Merit Semi-Finalists, placing them in the top 1% of students nationally who took the PSAT/NMSQT assessments last fall.

Koch is a member of Sound Dimension, Distance Running, Student Council, Math League, Future Business Leaders of America, National Honor Society and more. 

After graduation, he plans to major in Economics and pursue an MBA with the goal of helping companies integrate sustainable and globally-minded business practices into their emerging markets.

 
Fajardo is a member of Math League, and enjoys playing the piano. His post-secondary plans include possibly following a computer science or pre-med course of study.

Congratulations to Aidan and Daniel on their outstanding accomplishments!

Joplin Health Department schedules mosquito fogging Friday

(From the Joplin Health Department)

Mosquito fogging is scheduled for Friday, 9-29-23. 

The #JoplinHealthDepartment fogs for mosquitos on Friday mornings during the mosquito season, weather permitting. To request your property be added to the mosquito fogging route, call the Joplin Health Department at 417-623-6122, option 5.

 
To see the current fogging routes, go to http://www.joplinmo.org/1040/Mosquito-Vector-Control.
Mosquitoes can use any container with water as an egg laying site. 

Make sure to dump, drain, or cover anything that can hold water. Learn more at https://bit.ly/CDCControlMosquitoes

Joplin police, fire departments schedule training exercise Thursday

(From the Joplin Fire Department)

The Joplin Fire Department and Joplin Police Department along with 13 other area emergency services agencies will be conducting a training exercise at 600 S Grey Ave, West Central Elementary, on Thursday 9-28-23 from 8:00 am to 4:00pm. 

This exercise is the culmination of this week’s Active Threat Integrated Response Course presented by the Louisiana State University Academy of Counter-Terrorist Education, National Center for Biomedical Research and Training. 

There will be an increased presence of Fire, EMS, and Law Enforcement personnel and vehicles during this time.

Joplin Police Department Arrests September 26-27

09/26/2023 0045 

DAVID EVERIST COOK 

 825 S Connor Ave, J JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 39 2ND/WALNUT 0.00 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

09/26/2023 1100 

TAMIKA CHEYENNE LAMICA 

 3112 S Jefferson Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804 

WF 22 3112 S JEFFERSON AVE 0.00 

DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY 

09/26/2023 1352 

JUSTIN CASE COOPER 

 2124 Sargent Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804 

WM 27 W 7TH ST / S JACKSON 0.00 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

09/26/2023 1600 

JEFFERSON SCOTT BETHARDS Jr 

1919 S Byers Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804 

WM 26 W 20TH ST / S MOFFET 250.00 

COMPLIANCE WITH REQUEST FOR ID BY POLICE OFFICER - BUSIN 

PEDESTRIANS WALKING ALONG ROADWAYS 

09/26/2023 1920 

MATTHEW BRICE CROWDER 

 531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 38 2500 W 4TH ST 0.00 

BENCH WARRANT 

09/26/2023 1920 

JOSEPH ADAM MARTIN 

 7002 Bethel Rd SENECA, MO 

WM 38 2500 W 4TH ST 0.00 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

09/26/2023 2022 

JEROLD PATRICK MITCHELL 

 817 S Main St JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 35 W 8TH/ S CONNOR AVE 250.00 

COMPLIANCE WITH REQUEST FOR ID BY POLICE OFFICER - BUSIN 

Neosho woman injured in collision on 60

A Neosho woman was injured in a two-vehicle accident 4:05 p.m. Tuesday on U. S. 60 at Goldfinch four miles west of Neosho.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2008 Chrysler 300 driven by Tammy L. Henderson, 54, Neosho, was stopped in traffic waiting for a vehicle in front of her to turn left and was struck in the rear by a 2001 Honda Accord driven by a 16-year-old Neosho girl.

Henderson was treated for minor injuries at Freeman Neosho.

Anderson woman airlifted to Mercy Springfield after rollover crash on I-44

An Anderson woman was injured in a one-vehicle accident 6:30 p.m. Tuesday on I-44 at Mount Vernon.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer driven by Randi S. Meeker, 42, Anderson, traveled off the right side of the road, struck a ditch and overturned, ejecting Meeker.

Meeker was airlifted to Mercy Springfield with serious injuries.

Highway Patrol Arrests September 26-27

Bobbie L. Anderson, 29, Springfield, felony failure to register as a sex offender, no valid license, speeding

Cinnema D. Rice, 45, Humansville, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, felony delivery of a controlled substance, felony possession of a firearm

Robert R. Winger, 64, Humansville, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, felony delivery of a controlled substance, felony possession of a firearm

Marshall R. Storie, 19, Springfield, driving while intoxicated (drugs), failed to dim lights

Arrest made in murder of Parsons woman

(From the Kansas Bureau of Investigation)

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), the Labette County Sheriff’s Office, and the Parsons Police Department have arrested a man connected to the death of 28-year-old Kylie Caldwell.

 
On Monday, Sept. 25, around 3:30 p.m., Derrick W. Curry, 53, of Parsons, was arrested for interference with the judicial process; to conceal or destroy evidence of a crime. He was booked into the Labette County Jail.

 
On Monday and Tuesday, KBI agents and investigators executed search warrants at Curry’s apartment at 2626 Kimball Ave., in Parsons, and on his vehicle.

 
On Wednesday, Sept. 27, at around TIME, an arrest warrant was issued for Curry for second-degree murder connected to the death of Kylie Caldwell. It was served to him while he was in custody at the jail.

 
Curry and Caldwell were acquaintances.

 
All suspects are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. The investigation is ongoing.

 
If you have any information, please contact the Kansas Bureau of Investigation , Labette County Sheriff's Office, or Parsons Police Department.

Wheelchair-bound Joplin man, struck, killed by semi on I-44

(From the Joplin Police Department)

On September 26th, 2023, at 9:52 p.m., the Joplin Police Department Emergency Communications Center received a call that there was an adult male in a wheelchair on I-44 and Rangeline Road. The caller advised he almost hit the individual as he was traveling down I-44. 

Officers were dispatched to check on the pedestrian, however the individual was struck by a passing semi-truck before officers arrived on scene. 

After arriving at the crash scene, officers and EMS personnel attempted life saving measures but the pedestrian died from injuries sustained from the collision. 

Members of the Joplin Police Department Major Crash Team responded to the scene and took over the crash investigation. The pedestrian has been identified as Andrew L. Garrett, age 56 of Joplin. Next of kin has been notified. 

The driver of the semi-truck was contacted and did not sustain any injuries. The crash remains under investigation and further details may be released as they become available.

Kim O'Sullivan named Barton County Chamber of Commerce director

(From Barton County Chamber of Commerce)

The Barton County Chamber of Commerce, Board of Directors would like to announce that Kim O’Sullivan has been promoted to be the next Chamber Director for the organization.

O’Sullivan has been the acting Membership Director since 2017 and has built close relationships with the membership body. Her leadership style is relational and collaborative, she thrives on creating “Win / Win” results.

O’Sullivan comments, “I look forward to continuing to serve our community and I am excited to introduce fresh ideas and my unique leadership style to the role. The Chamber is a 100-year organization, I commit to being a good steward of it during my tenure as Director.”

Kathy Howard, Board President comments, “We are so excited to announce Kim as the new Chamber Director for Barton County Chamber of Commerce. Kim loves this community and works hard every day for the businesses and the residents of Barton County. We look forward to the future of the Chamber under her leadership.”

Kim has been a resident of Barton County since 1998 and has been very active within the community. She is married to Pat O’Sullivan and is very proud of her two daughters, and her sons-in-law and both of her adorable grandchildren.

Homicide investigation launched after Parsons woman's body found in field

 

(From the Kansas Bureau of Investigation)

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), the Labette County Sheriff’s Office, and the Parsons Police Department are investigating a homicide that occurred over the weekend in Labette County.

 
On Sunday, Sept. 24, shortly after 2:30 p.m., a male subject placed a 911 call after discovering a body in a field. The woman’s body was located ½ mile west of the intersection of 20000 Rd. and Ness Rd. in rural Labette County.

The Labette County Sheriff’s Office requested KBI assistance to assist with the investigation. KBI agents and the Crime Scene Response team responded to the scene. Investigators found evidence that the woman has been murdered.

The deceased woman has been identified as 28-year-old Kylie Caldwell, of Parsons. Caldwell was last seen early Sunday morning.

Anyone with information about this case, or who has knowledge of Caldwell’s whereabouts over the weekend, is asked to call the KBI at 1-800-KS-CRIME, or the Labette County Sheriff’s Office at 620-795-2565. Anonymous tips can also be submitted online at https://www.kbi.ks.gov/sar.
The investigation is ongoing. Nothing further can be released at this time.

Joplin Police Department Arrests September 25-26

09/25/2023 1045 

RODNEY GUY OBRIEN 

23007020 906 Byers Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 43 2808 W 7TH ST 500.00 

LARCENY - SHOPLIFTING 

09/25/2023 2310 

LINDSAY CATHERINE PERRIN 

 2332 S Pearl Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804 

WF 42 2302 S ADELE AVE 0.00 

DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY 

09/25/2023 2300 

RICKEY ALLEN II BROWN 

 4119 S Pearl Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804 

BM 30 W 7TH/ S HARLEM 500.00 FAIL TO APPEAR

 

Webb City woman injured after medical emergency results in collision

A Webb City woman was injured in a two-vehicle collision 8:46 a.m. Monday on Gateway Drive at Cedar Drive a half-mile south of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2011 Ford Taurus driven by Betty A. Randall, 74, Webb City, crossed the center line after she experienced a medical emergency and struck a 2007 Honda Civic driven by Carlos A. Cajos, 36, Neosho, in the rear.

Randall was treated for minor injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

Golden City teen injured in go-kart crash

A Golden City teen was injured in a one-vehicle accident 4:40 p.m. Monday on SE 40th Road three miles northwest of Golden City.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a Yerfdog Model 3203 driven by a 14-year-old Golden City boy failed to negotiate a curve, ran off the roadway and overturned.

The boy was treated for minor injuries at Cox Barton County Hospital, Lamar.

Noel man injured in scooter accident

A Noel man was injured in a one-vehicle accident 8:36 p.m. Monday on Langley Road eight miles north of Southwest City.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2009 Yamaha XF50/C3 scooter driven by James H. Eubank, 43, Noel, ran off the roadway and overturned.

Eubank was treated for minor injuries at Freeman Neosho.

Highway Patrol Arrests September 25-26

Gregory L. Funk, 38, Fordland, felony driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving, no seat belt

Jeremy J. Sanders, 46, Marshfield, Webster County misdemeanor warrant for failure to appear on traffic violations

Priscilla D. Keller, 53, Wichita Falls, Texas, felony possession of a controlled substance two counts- methamphetamine, cocaine, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia

Lamar Police Department Weekly Report

 

(From the Lamar Police Department)

Department numbers for the week of Sept 18 – Sept 24:

 
Dispatched calls – 167
Reports – 13
Car Stops – 18
DWI – 0
Drugs – 0
Total other Arrests - 7
Pedestrian/Bicycle Checks – 29
Business & Residential Checks – 152

 
09/18/2023 Officer responded to a possible domestic assault in the 700 block of Grand. An altercation took place during the repossession of a vehicle. One person was transported to the Barton County Jail where he was processed and placed on a 24 hour hold for Harassment 1st degree and Property Damage.

09/21/2023 Officer was dispatched to the 1100 block of Grand in reference to a domestic assault in progress. Suspect had left the scene. Probably Cause paperwork was completed and forward to the Barton County Prosecuting Attorney for consideration of charges. Suspect was apprehended later that night and transported to the Barton County Jail.

09/21/2023 Officers were dispatched to the 200 block of West 5th St. Parties had separated by the time the officers arrived.

09/22/2023 Officer took a report of a package that had been stolen from a porch. Investigation continues.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call 417-682-3546 and speak with Chief Joe Moore.

Joplin Police Department Weekly Activity Report

 

Joplin Police Department Weekend Arrests

09/22/2023 0915 

ANDRA LYNN NEED 

 531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WF 64 3102 E 7TH 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

09/22/2023 1435 

CANDACE DAWN VERNON 

23006951 2405 Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804 

WF 43 2731 S MAIN ST 500.00 

DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY 

09/22/2023 1645 

GARTH PADEN LACEY 

23006960 2801 E Whitney Way JOPLIN, MO 64870 

WM 30 1307 S BYERS AVE 500.00 

DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY 

09/22/2023 1839 

STANLEY RAY WATKINS Jr 

531 Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 46 4TH/ BYERS 0.00 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

09/22/2023 2110 

REGENA KAY FADLING 

23006965 634 N Jackson Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WF 53 634 N JACKSON AVE 500.00 

DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY 

09/22/2023 2130 

CHRISTOPHER BRIAN COOK 

23006967 829 S Vermont Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 48 829 S VERMONT 500.00 

DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY 

09/22/2023 2330 

JAMES JOSEPH WEBER 

23006969 203 10th St Place FRANKLIN, KS 66735 

WM 40 W 7TH ST/ S BYERS AVE 500.00 

DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY 

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED 

CARELESS DRIVING 

09/23/2023 0020 

CHARLES DOUGLAS MALONE 

 531 S Kentucky, 28 JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 36 CAMPBELL PKWY APARTMENTS 500.00 

DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED 

NO PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 

09/23/2023 0227 

BARRY WAYNE WINGFIELD 

 207 Powell Dr WEBB CITY, MO 64870 

WM 43 1OTH/ JOPLIN 500.00 

PEDESTRIANS WALKING ALONG ROADWAYS 

OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING 

COMPLIANCE WITH REQUEST FOR ID BY POLICE OFFICER - BUSIN 

09/23/2023 0230 

JENNIFER LYNN JAY-VICKERS 

531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WF 34 1102 W 32ND 500.00 

ASSAULT OFFICER 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

09/23/2023 0250 

NICHOLAS JOHN TRAVLOS 

WM 24 SUPER 7 MOTEL 0.00 

3031 S Rangeline Rd, 251 JOPLIN, MO 64801 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

09/23/2023 0411 

KATHERINE NICHOLE HARDEE 

 1003 Furnace St JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WF 34 303 E 3RD ST 500.00 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

09/23/2023 0919 

CHARLES JERRY TUCKER III 

 Rib Road WEBB CITY, MO 64870 

WM 42 31ST / MISSOURI 0.00 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

09/23/2023 1255 

STACY LYNN PERRIN 

 61735 E 150 Rd FAIRLAND, OK 61375 

WF 43 7TH / OLIVER 500.00 

LITTERING 

PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS 

09/23/2023 1355 

CORINNE KATHLEEN COLE 

 531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WF 53 302 E 8TH ST 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

RESIST / INTERFERE W/ ARREST 

09/23/2023 1615 

MICHELLE CHRISTINA RODRIGUEZ 

 618 E 2nd St JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WF 24 1604 S WALL AVE 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

09/23/2023 1920 

SEAN CHRISTOPHER CREASY 

 531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 34 410 S WALL 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA 

09/24/2023 1550 

TAVIN DARNELL SPICER 

 531 S Kentucky JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 28 302 E 8TH 0.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

09/24/2023 1550 

POCKMAN ALLEN KAPPLER 

 531 S Kentucky JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 19 302 E 8TH ST 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

09/24/2023 1700 

CARL LUCIAN CONNER 

 Homeless JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 32 20TH/ VERMONT 0.00 

BENCH WARRANT 

BENCH WARRANT 

09/24/2023 2150 

SHARON MICHELLE HUGHES 

 3328 Oak Ridge JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WF 61 1930 S RANGELINE RD 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

09/24/2023 2200 

NATHAN JAMES FELTON 

23007007 Homeless JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 29 W 7TH ST / MONROE AVE 250.00 

POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA 

RESIST / INTERFERE W/ ARREST 

09/25/2023 0125 

ANSON MICHAEL MULLIGAN 

WM 35 1501 S RANGELINE RD 0.00 

610 W Francis PAMPA, TX 79065 

DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY 

09/25/2023 0142 

KELLY DAWN PETERS 

 2202 S Joplin JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WF 43 3031 S RANGELINE 500.00 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

09/25/2023 0427 

JIMMY EDWARD HARDEN 

 3152 N St Nw MIAMI, OK 74354-1917 

WM 55 3434 S RANGELINE RD 500.00 

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED