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Public Safety
Coverage of police, fire, EMS, major incidents, investigations, and confirmed public safety updates across Lincoln County. We do not publish scanner-only information — only verified reports and official statements.
Highway 47 Reopens After Vehicle-Horse Crash Near Hickory Hill Drive
A crash involving a vehicle and a horse temporarily shut down Highway 47 near Winfield Saturday evening. Authorities say no life-threatening
John Eads
Feb 72 min read
Police Pursuit From Wright City Ends Near Hwy 47 After Barricade, School Security Alert Issued
A police pursuit that began in Warren County ended near Highway 47 after the vehicle became barricaded, prompting a large multi-agency law-e
John Eads
Feb 63 min read
Troy Man Accused of Turning Water Back On, Locking City Meter
What began as a routine city water shutoff in Troy escalated into criminal charges after service was restored without authorization and a pe
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Feb 62 min read
Troy Landlord Charged After Breaking In, Assaulting Victim, and Kidnapping Him in Vehicle Trunk
A Troy landlord is facing felony charges after allegedly breaking into a residence, assaulting a tenant, and forcing the victim into the tru
John Eads
Feb 52 min read
Troy Man Jailed After Domestic Incident Leaves Woman Injured
A Troy man is in custody after a domestic incident inside a residence left an adult female injured and prompted a law enforcement response M
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Feb 42 min read
Police Detail Violent Domestic Assault in Winfield; O’Fallon Man Taken Into Custody
An O’Fallon man is in custody on a $25,000 cash-only bond following a violent domestic assault investigation in Winfield that involved stran
John Eads
Feb 42 min read
Foot Chase, Firearms, and Multiple Warrants: Troy Traffic Stop Escalates Quickly
A Troy man remains in custody on a $15,000 cash-only bond after a traffic stop escalated into a foot chase and felony charges involving fire
John Eads
Feb 22 min read
Domestic Assault Charge Filed After Troy Police Respond to Forsythe Circle Incident
Troy Police arrested a man after responding to a reported domestic disturbance on Forsythe Circle and documenting visible injuries.
John Eads
Jan 302 min read
“Hands Around the Neck”: Deputies Arrest Winfield Man in Domestic Assault Case
Deputies arrested a Winfield man after documenting eye injuries and a reported chokehold during a domestic disturbance in Troy.
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Jan 272 min read
Troy Man Faces Multiple Charges After Domestic Incident Involving Child
A Troy man faces felony and misdemeanor charges following a reported domestic incident earlier this month involving a child.
John Eads
Jan 252 min read
From Plows to Paramedics: How Lincoln County Is Preparing for Incoming Snow
Lincoln County crews are preparing as snow moves in today, with roads, EMS, and EMA staging resources ahead of worsening conditions.
John Eads
Jan 243 min read
Troy Woman Charged After Credit Card Used Following Visit to Local Pet Groomer
Charges have been filed after a Troy customer reported unauthorized credit card charges following a visit to a local pet grooming business.
John Eads
Jan 232 min read
Homeowner Watching Live Cameras Helps Lead to Two Arrests in Winfield Burglary
Two people were arrested in a Winfield burglary after a homeowner’s live surveillance alerted authorities, court records show.
John Eads
Jan 222 min read
Winfield Incident Involving AK-Style Rifle Prompts Multi-Agency Response
An AK-style rifle, a St. Louis woman, and a Winfield investigation—here’s what authorities have confirmed so far.
John Eads
Jan 213 min read
Troy Police Arrest Woman After Domestic Argument Turns Physical
A Troy woman faces a felony domestic assault charge after an argument allegedly escalated into violence involving a metal cup.
John Eads
Jan 212 min read
Troy Middle School Lockdown Lifted After Investigation Finds No Current Threat
An anonymous report led to a lockdown at Troy Middle School. Authorities say no credible threat was found and students safely resumed their
John Eads
Jan 202 min read
Lisa Meyer — Candidate for Mayor of Moscow Mills (April 2026)
Lisa Meyer is the incumbent candidate for Mayor of Moscow Mills in the April 7, 2026 municipal election.
John Eads
Jan 191 min read
Troy Man Faces Charges Following Threatening Incident at Casey’s
A Troy man faces charges after police say employees and customers were threatened during an incident at a local Casey’s.
John Eads
Jan 182 min read
Multiple-Agency Search At Troy Inn Ends With Felony Arrest
A multi-agency police search at the Troy Inn ended with a felony arrest following a reported domestic assault.
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Jan 172 min read
Moscow Mills Man Arrested After Children Disclose Abuse, Bruising Documented
A Moscow Mills man faces felony child abuse charges after a school disclosure led to an investigation and arrest in Lincoln County.
John Eads
Jan 162 min read
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