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Tractor-Trailer Rollover Closes Hwy. 61 to One Lane; Search Continues for Missing Driver
A tractor-trailer rollover on Hwy. 61 southbound near John Creech Rd. has reduced traffic to one lane while crews search for the missing driver and unload the trailer before recovery operations.

John Eads
Jul 302 min read


Winfield Man Killed Following Hours-Long Barricaded Incident, Officer-Involved Shooting
An hours-long barricaded subject incident on Pinewood Drive in Winfield ended with an officer-involved shooting that left a 69-year-old man dead after authorities say he pointed a firearm at Missouri State Highway Patrol SWAT members.

John Eads
Jul 294 min read


Public Asked To Avoid Pinewood Drive Area As Active Barricaded Incident Continues
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the Pinewood Drive area in Winfield as the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Missouri State Highway Patrol SWAT Team and multiple agencies respond to an active barricaded subject incident.

John Eads
Jul 292 min read


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


Behind the Scenes: Discovering the Heart of the Lincoln County Fair
What really happens behind the scenes at the Lincoln County Fair? Lincoln CountyWatch spent an evening riding with Coroner Dan Heavin, visiting emergency crews, backstage areas, volunteers and the livestock barns to discover the people who make Fair Week possible.

John Eads
Jul 219 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


Lincoln County Woman Accused Of Repeated 911 Calls Faces New Case
A Troy woman is facing an additional criminal case after emergency responders were dispatched eight times in 11 days for calls that resulted in repeated responses from ambulance, fire and law enforcement personnel across Lincoln County.

John Eads
Jun 262 min read


Highway 61 Crash Injured Four, Prompted Five Ambulance Response In Moscow Mills
A Highway 61 crash in Moscow Mills injured four people and prompted a large emergency response that included five ambulances. Lincoln County Ambulance District explains how major incidents involving multiple patients are handled.

John Eads
Jun 243 min read


Pilot Injured After Helicopter Goes Down Near Troy
A helicopter pilot was injured after a helicopter went down shortly after takeoff near Aero Drive and Brake Road in Troy on Monday evening. The pilot was transported to a hospital and is reported to be stable.

John Eads
Jun 221 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


Two-Vehicle Crash Temporarily Closes Hwy OO in Old Monroe
A crash involving two vehicles temporarily shut down Hwy OO at Childs Rd in Old Monroe Monday morning. Minor injuries were reported.

John Eads
May 41 min read


Multiple Structure Fire in Elsberry Involves Three Buildings, Road Closed Near Fox Run Rd
A multi-structure fire in Elsberry has spread to three buildings and a nearby tree line, prompting road closures near Fox Run Rd and Hickory Ln.

John Eads
May 31 min read


Medical Helicopter Requested After Motorcycle Crash in Hawk Point
Emergency crews are responding to a motorcycle crash in Hawk Point with a medical helicopter requested and Prairie Rd closed in both directions.

John Eads
May 21 min read


Flames Break Through Roof in Moscow Mills Structure Fire
Emergency crews are on scene of a structure fire in Moscow Mills with flames visible through the roof near Main St and E 4th St.

John Eads
May 21 min read


Fatal Incident Reported at Kroger in Troy
A fatal incident was reported at the Kroger in Troy after a large emergency response near Hwy 47. One person has been confirmed deceased. No

John Eads
May 21 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


Bomb Squad Response in Troy Ends With No Threat to Public
A law enforcement investigation on Winding Wood Drive in Troy concluded early Friday morning after officials confirmed a reported suspicious

John Eads
Jan 31 min read


Early Morning Truck Fire in Troy Destroys Vehicle, Spares Lives on Christmas Eve
Emergency crews responded to a fully involved vehicle fire early Christmas Eve along S. Linns Mill Road in Troy. The truck was destroyed, but all occupants were able to escape safely before flames spread, highlighting both a close call and the importance of quick action during emergencies.

John Eads
Dec 24, 20252 min read


Brace Yourself: Vehicle Strikes Front of Troy Orthodontics Office
A vehicle crashed into the front of an orthodontics office in Troy, prompting a multi-agency response. No injuries were reported.

John Eads
Dec 19, 20251 min read
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