St. Clair County Sheriff Scott Keeler said deputies made three warrant arrests and took reports of theft, burglary and property damage during the week of May 16-23.

Theft reported in Twin Oaks Harbor

On May 21, a St. Clair County deputy took a theft report on Cheyenne Drive in Twin Oaks Harbor, Lowry City. Ruby Parson reported damage to a shed and several items missing from inside. Items missing include: a window air conditioner, trampoline, six purses, 10 large plastic tote boxes of holiday decorations, deep fryer, a man’s suit, black plastic truck type tool box, and three handmade quilts. The total value of the items including damage to the shed was estimated at $1,805.

Burglary reported in Appleton City

On May 18, a St. Clair County deputy took a report from Richard Foster in reference to a burglary at the Appleton City storage units located at the corner of Third and Popular.  Foster reported several items missing from a storage unit he is renting. Missing items include: old wedding dress, air tank with compressor motor, two end tables, a Homelite chainsaw, three tool boxes, two trash cans, milk crate, and an extension cord. He also reported a trunk containing dishes, photo albums with quilted covers, watches, pocket knives, and two toy trucks was missing.

Property damage on SE 1100 Road

On May 17, a St. Clair County deputy took a report concerning property damage on SE 1100 Road, Humansville. Homer Routh reported damage to a barbed wire fence and a hedge post on the corner of his property. Damage was estimated at $150 to repair the post and fence.

The investigations in these cases are ongoing. Sheriff Keeler stated those with any related information should contact the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office Tip Line, 417-646-5832, or email to tips@scsomo.org.

Warrant arrests

Jeffrey Mitchell

Jeffrey Mitchell- On May 19, Jeffrey Mitchell, 41, Collins, was arrested in St. Clair County on a Hickory County warrant charging him with class D felony non support. The warrant was issued on May 16 and bond is set at $5000 cash only.

Misty Bennink

Misty Bennink- On May 18, Misty Bennink, 35, Osceola, was arrested on a St. Clair County warrant for failing to appear in court on a class A misdemeanor domestic assault-third degree, class A misdemeanor stalking, and class B misdemeanor trespass-first degree. The warrant was issued on April 1and bond is set at $7,500 cash or surety.

The charges stems from an incident on February 3 when St. Clair County deputies responded to a disturbance on NE 800 Road, Lowry City. Bennink allegedly trespassed on property as well as stalked and assaulted an individual.

Melissa Collins

Melissa Collins- On May 17, Melissa Collins, 33, Osceola, was arrested on a St. Clair County warrant charging her with class C felony charge of possessing a controlled substance. Bond is set at $15,000 cash or surety.

The charge stems from an investigation the previous day when a traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle she was driving. During the investigation a prescription pill bottle with residue that field tested positive for methamphetamine was located in her possession.

Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Arrest warrant issued

Timothy Long- On May 18, a St. Clair County warrant was issued for Timothy Long, 58, Collins, charging him with class B felony driving while intoxicated-chronic offender and class D felony driving while suspended. Bond is set at $15,000 cash or surety.

The charges stem from an investigation on March 12 when a St. Clair County deputy took a statement from a witness concerning Long driving while intoxicated on SE 601 Road. The witness stopped to check on Long while he was parked with the vehicle running. A deputy made contact with Long and it was determined he was intoxicated. He was taken into custody and later released pending the formal charges. Sheriff Keeler urges those with any information related to Long’s location to contact the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office Tip Line, 417-646-5832, or email to tips@scsomo.org.

Court case update

Stephanie Shivers pleads guilty to felony drug charge. Sentencing set for July 5

http://scsomo.org/court_case_view.php?id=120

Ronald Shivers pleads guilty to felony drug charge. Sentencing set for July 5

http://scsomo.org/court_case_view.php?id=119

Jonavon Loney placed on probation http://scsomo.org/court_case_view.php?id=104

St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office to participate  in “Click It or Ticket” enforcement

The St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office will be joining with statewide law enforcement May 23 – June 5 for an aggressive “Click It or Ticket” mobilization to crackdown on Missouri’s seat belt violations.

Six out of 10 people killed in Missouri traffic crashes are unbuckled. And even with all

the advancements in automobile safety and education on the importance of seat belt use,

Missouri’s seat belt use has remained relatively unchanged in the last six years and consistently below the national average. Missouri has a 79-percent seat belt use, which is well below the national average of 87-percent. Teens and pick-up truck drivers are among those least likely to buckle up at 67 and 63-percent.

“Every day someone dies in a crash in Missouri because they weren’t buckled up,” said Sheriff Scott Keeler. “We will be pulling out all the stops to ensure motorists are buckling up.”

Seat belt use is the single most effective way to protect people and reduce fatalities in motor vehicle crashes. Buckle Up and Arrive Alive. For information on Missouri seatbelt usage, visit www.saveMOlives.com.

Coffee with the Sheriff to be held in Iconium area May 26

Sheriff Scott Keeler will host “Coffee with the Sheriff” on Thursday, May 26, from 8-11 a.m. at The Cook Shack, 8827 NE State Highway ZZ, Osceola. The sheriff encourages citizens to attend with any questions or concerns and be a part of making a difference in the community.