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Public Safety
Crime, arrests, courts, fire and emergency services in Lincoln County, Missouri. Local reporting, case updates and interviews with public safety agencies.


Moscow Mills Man Accused Of Barricading Himself Inside Home After Crowbar Assault
A Moscow Mills man remains jailed on a $50,000 cash-only bond after a domestic assault investigation escalated into a barricaded standoff Wednesday night in Lincoln County.

John Eads
May 223 min read


Winfield Motorcyclist Injured In Hwy 47 Crash Near Millstone Lake Drive
Emergency crews responded to a crash involving a motorcycle and passenger car Thursday evening at Hwy 47 and Millstone Lake Drive in Winfield. A 51-year-old Winfield man was transported to Mercy Hospital St. Louis with moderate injuries.

John Eads
May 212 min read


Arkansas Man Killed Following Fiery Crash After Reported Sexual Assault Call In Troy
A reported sexual assault call in Troy ended minutes later in a fiery rollover crash that killed a 25-year-old Arkansas man early Wednesday morning.

John Eads
May 202 min read


One Fatality Confirmed Following Overnight Rollover Crash In Troy
One person was killed following a fiery overnight rollover crash along Hwy 47 near Woodcrest Dr in Troy early Wednesday morning.

John Eads
May 201 min read


Woman Accused Of Biting Man During Domestic Incident In Troy
A domestic disturbance in Troy ended with a woman accused of biting a man on the nose, resisting officers, and being taken to the Lincoln County Jail.

John Eads
May 182 min read


Winfield Business Owner Accused Of Assault During Family Dispute
A Winfield business owner is facing multiple charges, including domestic assault and child endangerment, after deputies investigated a disturbance inside a Lincoln County home Saturday afternoon.

John Eads
May 182 min read


Fight Over Water Heater Lands Winfield Man In Jail On Child Abuse, Assault Charges
A Winfield man is facing multiple charges, including child abuse and domestic assault, after police say an argument over a water heater turned violent inside a residence Thursday evening.

John Eads
May 182 min read


From Hawk Point To Winfield: What Lincoln County Residents Should Know About Local ICE Agreements
Lincoln CountyWatch reviewed public 287(g) ICE agreements involving the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Hawk Point, and Winfield after questions emerged surrounding what the federal program actually allows local agencies to do — and what it does not.

John Eads
May 164 min read


Standing-Room-Only Crowd, Multiple Removals And Heated Moments Highlight Winfield Board Meeting
A standing-room-only crowd filled Winfield City Hall Thursday night as tensions escalated throughout the Board of Aldermen meeting, leading to multiple residents being removed, repeated interruptions from the crowd, ongoing microphone concerns, and a closed session involving personnel discussions surrounding a longtime city employee.

John Eads
May 163 min read


Stolen Zero-Turn Mower Investigation Leads To Arrest After GPS Alert
A stolen zero-turn mower hidden near Fountain N Lakes subdivision was recovered after investigators used GPS tracking and trail camera footage, leading to a felony charge against Brandon Christopher Hauk.

John Eads
May 162 min read


Troy Man Charged With Felony Domestic Assault Following Early Morning Disturbance
A Troy man was charged with felony domestic assault after officers responded to an early morning disturbance Thursday in Troy.

John Eads
May 142 min read


Missing 5-Year-Old Girl In Troy Found Safe
Authorities in Troy confirmed that 5-year-old Evangeline “Evy” Weber, who was reported missing Thursday morning, has been located safe following an urgent search involving law enforcement and the community.

John Eads
May 142 min read


Troy Disturbance Ends With Five Arrests After Truck Nearly Strikes Person, Police Say
A disturbance in Troy Tuesday night led to five arrests after police say a truck nearly struck someone, property was damaged, and several people interfered with officers attempting to make arrests. Charges range from assault and property damage to resisting arrest and interfering with first responders.

John Eads
May 133 min read


Barefoot Child Found Wandering Alone In Troy Leads To Arrest Of Woman Already On Probation
A young child found walking barefoot alone through Troy Tuesday morning has now led to criminal charges against a Troy woman already on probation for previous convictions.

John Eads
May 132 min read


Woman Suffers Broken Jaw, Strangulation Injuries During Violent Silex Assault
A woman suffered a broken jaw, loose teeth, and strangulation injuries during a violent domestic assault in Silex while children reportedly screamed for help.

John Eads
May 113 min read


Vehicle Crashes Into Subway Along Highway 47 in Winfield
Emergency crews responded after a vehicle crashed into the Subway restaurant along Highway 47 in Winfield Saturday afternoon.

John Eads
May 91 min read


Pursuit Ends Near Highway 61 and South Lincoln Drive in Troy
Authorities responded to a developing situation near Highway 61 and South Lincoln Drive in Troy following reports of a possible pursuit.

John Eads
May 91 min read


Injuries Reported After Two-Vehicle Crash on Spielhagen Road in Troy
A two-vehicle crash with reported injuries caused traffic delays Thursday evening near Spielhagen Road and Gibison Road in Troy.

John Eads
May 81 min read


Vehicle Overturns in Rollover Crash on Hwy J Near Sunrise Acres Court in Troy
A vehicle overturned Thursday evening during a rollover crash near Hwy J and Sunrise Acres Court in Troy, causing traffic delays in the area.

John Eads
May 81 min read


“I’m Still Living In This”: Troy Resident Says Smoke Damage Remains Months After Apartment Fire
A resident at Troy Villa Apartments says smoke damage and cleanup issues remain unresolved months after a furnace fire inside the complex.

John Eads
May 72 min read
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