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Hawk Point Man Charged After Traffic Stop Leads to 287(g) Immigration Arrest
A Hawk Point man is facing misdemeanor charges after a traffic stop in Lincoln County led to an immigration investigation through the Sheriff's Office's federal 287(g) partnership with ICE.

John Eads
Jul 273 min read


Gun, Wallet and Cash Stolen From Unlocked Vehicle; Suspect Charged
An Elsberry man is facing multiple felony charges after a handgun, wallet and cash were stolen from an unlocked vehicle on Highway B and the victim's debit card was later used at two local gas stations.

John Eads
Jul 272 min read


Search Warrant Leads to Arrest of Troy Man Following Knife Incident
A Troy man remains in custody after authorities say he chased another individual with a curved knife before Troy Police executed a search warrant at his residence several days later.

John Eads
Jul 144 min read


Illinois Man Charged After Allegedly Fleeing Highway 61 Crash That Left One Seriously Injured
An Illinois man faces a felony charge after authorities say he rear-ended a vehicle on Highway 61, fled on foot and was found approximately two hours later more than two miles from the crash.

John Eads
Jul 143 min read


Neighbor’s Digital Alibi Exposes Alleged Fabricated Knife Attack, Leads To Felony Charge
A reported knife attack began to unravel after timestamped video placed the accused neighbor in Wright City during the alleged assault. A Foley woman now faces felony and misdemeanor charges.

John Eads
Jul 103 min read


Hawk Point Man Accused of Forced Entry, Smashed Video Cameras, and Assault in Early-Morning Rampage
An early morning domestic disturbance in Troy escalated into a terrifying home invasion, leaving security equipment destroyed and a victim violently assaulted.

John Eads
Jun 292 min read


Wanted Man Accused Of Fleeing Deputies Through Lincoln County Before Capture
A Lincoln County traffic stop turned into a pursuit through multiple rural roadways before ending in a foot chase and arrest. Jordan Lee Sanders now faces a felony charge after deputies say he fled from law enforcement Monday night.

John Eads
Jun 242 min read


“I’ll Cut Off Your Legs And Watch You Bleed Out”
A Foley man is being held on a $10,000 cash-only bond after being accused of making repeated threats against a family member during an incident investigated by Troy Police.

John Eads
Jun 112 min read


Wanted Man Captured Near Highway MM After Alleged Attempt To Evade Arrest in
A wanted Moscow Mills man is back in custody after police say he fled into a home, escaped through a basement window, and was later located in the woods near Highway MM.

John Eads
Jun 92 min read


Former IHOP Employee Accused Of Using Customer’s Credit Card For Troy Hotel Stay, Purchases
A credit card left behind at an IHOP in Wentzville allegedly led to a Troy hotel stay, restaurant purchases, and felony charges against two women now in custody.

John Eads
Jun 82 min read


Highway 79 Drug Interdiction Results In Drug Trafficking Charges, $200,000 Cash Bonds
A DEA Task Force drug interdiction on Highway 79 near Old Monroe allegedly uncovered nearly 2 kilograms of methamphetamine and cocaine, resulting in drug trafficking charges against two men.

John Eads
Jun 42 min read


Multiple Stolen Firearms Recovered After Elsberry Vehicle Break-In Investigation
Several firearms stolen from vehicles across Elsberry have been recovered after police identified two suspects and filed multiple felony charges. Both men remain in custody at the Lincoln County Jail.

John Eads
Jun 22 min read


Armed Robbery In Troy Leads To Multiple Arrests After Snapchat Setup
A Snapchat-arranged PlayStation meetup in Troy allegedly turned into an armed robbery involving multiple firearms. Two Hawk Point suspects are now in custody in Lincoln County.

John Eads
May 272 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


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


Troy Man Arrested for Domestic Assault, Then Accused of Attacking Jail Staff Hours Later
Troy man arrested for domestic assault now faces additional felony charges after allegedly attacking jail staff.

John Eads
Apr 72 min read


Three Arrested After Fugitive Operation Leads to Drug Charges in Elsberry
Three people are in custody after a Sunday evening fugitive apprehension in Elsberry led to the recovery of suspected methamphetamine inside

John Eads
Feb 232 min read


Domestic Disturbance in Lincoln County Leads to Charges Against St. Charles County Man
A St. Charles County man faces multiple charges after a domestic disturbance in Lincoln County. Children were present and a warrant was issu

John Eads
Jan 142 min read
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