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Lawsuit Filed Against Lincoln County Following Alleged Courthouse Injury
A lawsuit filed against Lincoln County alleges a woman suffered serious injuries after a fall at the Lincoln County Courthouse and continues to require medical treatment.

John Eads
Jun 92 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


Lincoln County Coroner Identifies 22-Year-Old Killed In Hwy 47 Crash Near Troy
A 22-year-old man was killed early Saturday morning following a serious crash along Hwy 47 near Two Pine Drive in Troy as emergency crews shut down the roadway for several hours.

John Eads
May 241 min read


Emergency Crews Respond To Winfield Structure Fire As One Person Is Detained Near Scene
A large emergency response was seen Saturday afternoon near Hwy 79 and Hwy 47 in Winfield after reports of a structure fire with a confirmed patient at the scene.

John Eads
May 231 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


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


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


Lincoln County Authorities Say Moscow Mills Man Wanted Following Child Sex Crime Investigation
A Moscow Mills man is wanted in Lincoln County after felony child sex crime charges were filed. Authorities have issued a $300,000 cash-only warrant.

John Eads
May 72 min read


Man Arrested After Allegedly Attacking Hospital Staff at Mercy Lincoln in Troy
A Moscow Mills man was arrested after allegedly assaulting hospital staff inside Mercy Lincoln Hospital in Troy. Charges include two counts of fourth-degree assault.

John Eads
May 42 min read


Storms, Sirens, and Safety: What Lincoln County Residents Need to Know
EMA Director Quentin Laws breaks down tornado warnings, flood risks, and how Lincoln County residents should prepare for severe weather.

John Eads
May 43 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


Elsberry Officials Respond to Police Department Rumors as Closed Meeting Draws Attention
Elsberry officials respond to police department rumors as a closed session meeting is scheduled tonight.

John Eads
Apr 141 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


Multiple Victims Report Gun Pointed at Them in Troy Park, Man Now in Custody
Multiple people at Troy City Park reported a gun being pointed at them, leading to a police response and a suspect now in custody facing mul

John Eads
Apr 12 min read


Woman Escapes After Alleged Kidnapping and Hours-Long Assault at Remote Campsite
A woman escaped a remote campsite in Lincoln County after an alleged overnight assault involving kidnapping, choking, and threats with a kni

John Eads
Mar 272 min read


Barefoot Escape Ends on Highway 47 as Woman Flags Down Deputies for Help
A woman flagged down deputies along Highway 47 early Thursday morning after fleeing a violent situation inside a Lincoln County home. A susp

John Eads
Mar 262 min read


Man Arrested After Breaking Into Troy Law Office, Faces Burglary Charges
A Troy man is facing felony charges after breaking into a local law office during storms that moved through the area on March 15. Court reco

John Eads
Mar 172 min read


Lincoln County Warrant Issued for Troy Man After Video Allegedly Shows Abuse of Two Children
A Lincoln County judge has issued a warrant for a Troy man after investigators say surveillance video inside a home captured the alleged abu

John Eads
Mar 122 min read


Late-Night Brawl Leaves Multiple Injured, Wentzville Woman Facing Assault Charges
A late-night disturbance in Lincoln County left multiple people injured and ended with a Wentzville woman facing several charges. Deputies s

John Eads
Mar 112 min read
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