Tuesday June 18, 2019

MALDEN MAN TAKEN INTO CUSTODY ON CHILD PORNOGRAPHY CHARGES 

A Malden man is facing child pornography charges following his arrest last week.  

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, on June 13th, investigators executed a search warrant at the residence of 52 year old Earl Tibbs. During the search, investigators seized child pornography and computer equipment.  

The Dunklin County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office has formally charged Tibbs with one count of promoting child pornography and four counts of possession of child pornography.  

He was transported to the Dunklin County Jail and his bond was set at $25,000.

Monday, June 17, 2019

POPLAR BLUFF MAN ARRESTED ON MULTIPLE FELONY DRUG CHARGES

Authorities in Butler County have arrested an area man on multiple felony charges.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 34 year old Joseph Johnson, of Poplar Bluff, was taken into custody early Sunday morning on felony charges of unlawful use of a weapon as well as possession of a controlled substance for heroin, methamphetamine, Xanax, and Hydrocodone.

Friday June 14, 2019

BROSELEY TEENAGER ARRESTED ON FELONY DRUG CHARGE IN BUTLER COUNTY              

 Authorities in Butler County have arrested an area teenager on a drug related felony charge.  

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 18 year old Dillon Smith, of Broseley, was taken into custody on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine and felony resisting arrest.  

Officials say that Smith is also facing a charge of unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.  

Following the arrest, he was taken to the Butler County Justice Center.

Thursday June 13, 2019

AREA MAN KILLED IN CARTER COUNTY ATV WRECK 

One person has died following an ATV wreck in Carter County.  

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, an ATV, driven by 64 year old Michael Morgan, of Kennett, ran off the roadway and overturned on Deer Run, 2 miles west of Van Buren.  

Morgan was pronounced dead at the scene by Carter County Coroner Eric McSpadden.

Wednesday June 12, 2019

BURGLARY LEADS TO A POPLAR BLUFF WOMAN’S ARREST 

A Poplar Bluff woman was taken into custody following a burglary report.  

Butler County Sheriff Mark Dobbs tells KWOC News, on Monday evening, deputies received a report of a burglary at a residence on County Road 560. Multiple items were taken including a television and a laptop.  

An investigation into the burglary led deputies to search a vehicle at a location on County Road 560. Inside the vehicle deputies found multiple electronic devices that were taken during the burglary.  

Deputies also found several other items that had been reported stolen from other victims.  

52 year old Kimberly McFall, of Poplar Bluff was arrested on charges of burglary 2nd degree, possession of burglary tools, and trespassing 1st degree.  

McFall is currently being lodged in the Butler County Justice Center.

Tuesday June 11, 2019

PURSUIT LEADS TO ARREST IN BUTLER COUNTY 

A Poplar Bluff man has been taken into custody following a pursuit over the weekend in Butler County.  

Butler County Sheriff Mark Dobbs tells KWOC News that on Friday, officers responded to a domestic disturbance call on County Road 302. 

When officers arrived, a vehicle fleeing the scene attempted to strike an officer with the vehicle. After a short pursuit, the driver of the vehicle intentionally collided into a large fence at a residence on Jerry Lane, which disabled the vehicle.  

Officers subsequently apprehended and arrested 39 year old Bryan Peck, of Poplar Bluff, for assault 2nd degree on a law enforcement officer, unlawful use of a weapon, resisting arrest, and various traffic charges.  

As of this morning, Peck remains in the Butler County Justice Center on a $250,000 cash only bond.

Monday June 10, 2019

ENDANGERED PERSON ADVISORY FOR KENNETT WOMAN CANCELLED 

Authorities have cancelled an Endangered Person Advisory for a Kennett woman after she was found safe.  

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the 28 year old woman was reported missing over the weekend after a family member returned home to find her gone. 

The Highway Patrol reported on Sunday morning that the woman had been found safe and that the advisory had been cancelled. 

Friday June 7, 2019

MAN TAKEN INTO CUSTODY FOLLOWING REPORT OF SHOTS BEING FIRED 

Authorities in Portageville say that an area man has been taken into custody following a report of shots being fired.  

According to the Portageville Police Department, officers received the report shortly before 7 am Thursday morning.  

At the scene, officers found a gunshot had gone through the front door of a residence. An officer was able to obtain surveillance footage from nearby which showed a silver vehicle stop in front of the residence. The passenger's side window then rolled down and three shots were fired into the residence.  

The vehicle was later spotted southbound on Interstate 55 and after a short vehicle pursuit, the subject crashed near Hayti. The subject was taken into custody without incident.  

Officials say the subject has been identified as Marquizio Cline of Memphis, Tennessee. Cline is being held in the Pemiscot County Jail pending the filing of formal charges.

Thursday June 6, 2019

ALMOST 100 JOBS TO BE AFFECTED BY CLOSURE OF KENNETT FACILITY 

Almost 100 jobs will be affected by the upcoming closure of a facility in Kennett.  

The Hose Products Division of Parker Hannifin has announced that the manufacturing facility in Kennett will be closed, affecting 92 full time employees.  

Operations will be transferred to other locations by the end of this September.  

The Kennett facility manufactures yarn reinforced rubber hose and will continue its manufacturing and assembly operations until all product lines are operational in their new locations.

Wednesday, June 5, 2019

THREE ARRESTED ON DRUG TRAFFICKING CHARGES IN SOUTHEAST MISSOURI

Three men were arrested earlier this week in Southeast Missouri on drug trafficking charges.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 41 year old Corey Crosby, of Indianapolis, Indiana, 24 year old Jamari Jenkins, of Woodville, Mississippi, and 21 year old Brandon Wallace, of Clinton, Louisiana were each taken into custody Monday night in Pemiscot County.

Tuesday June 4, 2019

AREA MAN DIES FOLLOWING WRECK IN BUTLER COUNTY 

An area man has died following a wreck Monday morning in Butler County. 

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 88 year old Edgar Holden, of Harviell, was driving on US Highway 160 when he pulled into the path of another vehicle.  

Holden was transported to a Cape Girardeau hospital where he was pronounced dead. No injuries were listed for the driver of the second vehicle.

Monday June 3, 2019

MAN INJURED IN SHOOTING INVOLVING STATE TROOPERS IN SOUTHEAST MISSOURI 

A man was injured in a shooting involving law enforcement on Sunday.  

According to authorities, the man had shot at a state trooper on Highway 60 near Sikeston. The trooper then shot at the man and struck him.  

The man, whose identity was not available, was transported to a hospital for treatment. The incident is under investigation.

Friday May 31, 2019

MAN FACING CHARGES IN CONNECTION TO DUMPSTER FIRE THAT SPREAD TO AREA BUSINESS 

A Poplar Bluff man is facing charges in connection to a dumpster fire that spread to an area business.  

Officials with the Poplar Bluff Police Department tell KWOC News that at approximately 10:30 pm on May 25th, officers responded to a dumpster fire located behind Letassy Pharmacy.  

The fire totally engulfed the dumpster and spread to adjacent fencing, damaging the pharmacy’s generator and equipment owned by Poplar Bluff Municipal Utilities. Additionally, a satellite dish attached to the pharmacy was damaged. 

An investigation led to a suspect being identified as 49 year old Kenneth Allen Jr., of Poplar Bluff.  

On Wednesday, Allen was located and interviewed about the incident. Officials say he has been lodged at the Butler County Justice Center, pending the filing of the formal charges of knowingly burning or exploding and property damage in the first degree.

Thursday, May 30, 2019

THOUSANDS LOST POWER WEDNESDAY DURING STORMS IN SOUTHEAST MISSOURI

Thousands of people were without power for a period of time Wednesday as a line of strong storms passed over the area.

According to Poplar Bluff Municipal Utilities, 2,322 customers were impacted by an outage that started at 6:15 pm when a tree blew into a power line. The outage came to an end at 6:55 pm.

The National Weather Service also reported that numerous trees and power lines were down from Dexter to Puxico as well as in several other locations around our listening area.

Wednesday May 29, 2019

SCATTERED STRONG TO SEVERE STORMS EXPECTED FOR TONIGHT 

We could be looking at another round of severe weather coming our way later today.  

According to a Hazardous Weather Outlook issued by the National Weather Service in Paducah, scattered strong to severe thunderstorms are expected today and tonight. Large Hail and Damaging Winds are the primary hazards, but a few tornadoes may be possible in the vicinity of frontal boundaries. 

The Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma has also placed most of southeast Missouri in an enhanced risk of severe thunderstorms today and tonight. 

Locally heavy rain and frequently lightning will also occur with these thunderstorms and may cause localized flooding. Weather officials say the potential for clusters of thunderstorms with damaging wind gusts may increase during the afternoon and early evening hours.

Tuesday May 28, 2019

MAN FOUND DEAD IN CARTER COUNTY 

An Eminence man was found dead over the weekend in Carter County.  

Officials with the Missouri State Highway Patrol tell KWOC News that 48 year old Kenneth Yarber had been reported missing by family members before being found on Saturday, four miles south of Van Buren.  

Yarber was driving a vehicle on a hillside when the vehicle slid downhill and overturned. The exact time of the accident is unknown.

Friday, May 24, 2019

HIGHWAY PATROL ENCOURAGES DRIVERS AND BOATERS TO HAVE A SAFE HOLIDAY WEEKEND

Memorial Day weekend is almost upon us and the Missouri State Highway Patrol wants the public to make safety a priority.

Colonel Eric Olson, superintendent of the Highway Patrol, tells KWOC News that every available trooper will be on the road enforcing traffic laws and assisting motorists during the long holiday weekend.

Thursday, May 23, 2019

TORNADOES STRIKE MULTIPLE COMMUNITIES IN MISSOURI

Multiple tornadoes struck communities in Missouri last night, including one hitting the state’s capital.

The National Weather Service says that a "violent tornado" touched down in Jefferson City, causing heavy damage Wednesday night.

Tuesday, May 21, 2019

SEVERE WEATHER CROSSES THE AREA OVERNIGHT, MORE POSSIBLE TODAY

We had severe weather cross the area overnight and weather officials say we could be seeing more today. The National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning shortly after 3 am this morning for parts of Butler, Stoddard, and Wayne Counties.