Law

Be Alert For Potholes And Road Crews Fixing Them

Published by admin on Wed, 03/09/2022 - 12:50pm
 
Snow and ice brought their own unique challenges to driving during the month of February. As temperatures warm this week, the Missouri Department of Transportation is focusing on the potholes left in the road with all the fluctuating temperatures and precipitation.
 

Man Seriously Injured In Accident On Lost Valley Road

Published by admin on Wed, 03/09/2022 - 12:48pm
 
An Independence man was seriously injured in a one vehicle accident on Lost Valley Road east of Main Street in Warsaw on Sunday, February 27 at 12:40pm.
 
The accident occurred as a 2021 Chevrolet 3500 driven by Jeffrey S. Harris, 53, of Independence, failed to stop at a stop sign.  The vehicle crossed over Main Street ran off the right side of the roadway, struck a utility pole, returned to the roadway, ran off the left side of the roadway and struck a county bridge curb before coming to rest.
 

Benton County Sheriff's Report

Published by admin on Wed, 03/02/2022 - 12:10pm
Sheriff’s Report 2/21/2022-2/27/2022
 
Lester D. Hood of Summersville, MO was arrested on 2/21/22 on a Benton County warrant for leaving the scene of an accident with property damage, domestic assault 4th degree, DWI, endanger welfare of child and C&I driving.  Subject is being held in the Benton County Detention Center with no bond.
 

Benton County Sheriff's Report

Published by admin on Thu, 02/24/2022 - 9:33am
 
Sheriff’s Report 2/14/2022-2/20/2022
 
Cody L. Jester of Blue Springs, MO was arrested on 2/14/22 on a Lafayette County warrant for probation and parole violation.  Bond was set at $15,000.00 cash or surety only.  Subject is being held in the Benton County Detention Center.
 
Danial J. Fitzgerald, Jr of Sedalia, MO was arrested on 2/14/22 for statutory rape 2nd degree.  Bond was set at $100,000.00 cash or surety.  Subject is being held in the Benton County Detention Center.
 

Apply Online For MDC Spring Managed Turkey Hunts

Published by admin on Thu, 02/24/2022 - 9:30am
 
Missouri turkey hunters can apply online during February for 2022 spring turkey managed hunts through the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) website at mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/turkey/turkey-spring-managed-hunts. Managed hunt details and application procedures are outlined on the webpage. Drawing results will be posted starting March 15.
 
The spring turkey hunting youth portion will be April 9 and 10 with the regular spring season running April 18 through May 8.
 

MDC Says Winter A Good Time For Improving Woodlands

Published by admin on Thu, 02/24/2022 - 9:29am
 
Winter is a good time to undertake improvements to woodlands and savannas. Using selective removal of trees and brush, or tools such as prescribed burns, land managers can enhance the native grasses and flowering plants growing beneath trees or in openings. Both game and non-game wildlife benefit from native plants for food and cover. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) can assist land managers with planning and connect them with cost share or grant programs for habitat improvements.
 

Missouri Offers Free Prescribed Burn Workshops

Published by admin on Thu, 02/24/2022 - 9:27am
 
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will offer free prescribed burn workshops to assist private landowners with habitat management on March 5 in Blue Springs and March 12 near El Dorado Springs. These workshops, in conjunction with an online study course, will teach the equipment and strategies needed to use prescribed burns to improve wildlife habitat or manage cattle forage.
 

Benton County Sheriff's Report

Published by admin on Wed, 02/16/2022 - 1:55pm
 
Sheriff’s Report 2/07/2022-2/13/2022
 
Dustin A. Reid of Adrian, MO was arrested on 2/07/22 for DWI causing physical injury, fail to maintain lanes, no insurance, no seat belt and fail to secure child less than 16 years old.  Bond was set at $40,000.00 cash or surety only.  Subject is being held in the Benton County Detention Center.
 

MDC Reports Final Deer Harvest For Season More Than 293,600

Published by admin on Wed, 02/16/2022 - 1:53pm
 
Missouri's 2021-2022 deer-hunting season ended Jan. 15 with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reporting a preliminary total deer harvest for the season of 293,670. Of the deer harvested, 143,049 were antlered bucks, 26,599 were button bucks, and 124,022 were does.
 
Top harvest counties for the overall deer season were Franklin with 6,392 deer harvested, Texas with 5,478, and Callaway with 5,452.
 

Benton County Sheriff's Report

Published by admin on Wed, 02/09/2022 - 2:15pm
 
Sheriff’s Report 1/31/2022-2/06/2022
 
James W. Cramer of Warsaw, MO was arrested on 2/02/22 on a Benton County warrant for non-support.  Bond was set at $15,000.00 cash only.  Subject is being held in the Benton County jail.
 
Edward J. Ware of Independence, MO was arrested on 2/05/22 on Wyandotte County Kansas warrants for fleeing and theft.  Subject is being held in the Benton County jail with no bond.