DRIVER DIES FROM VEHICLE CRASH IN STODDARD COUNTY

A driver was killed following a vehicle crash in Stoddard County on Sunday.

Officials from the Missouri State Highway Patrol tell KWOC News that a vehicle was traveling down Missouri 153, north of Parma, before it overcorrected and ran off the left side of the roadway, striking a ditch and overturning, causing the driver to be ejected from the vehicle.

The 24 year old driver was pronounced dead at the scene.

WAYNE COUNTY MAN CHARGED WITH POSSESSION OF STOLEN FIREARMS

A Wayne County man has been charged with possession of stolen firearms.

According to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department, John Quigley, of Patterson, was taken into custody on possession of stolen firearms, which was allegedly taken from a Poplar Bluff gun dealer who employed him.

The alleged thefts occurred from August of 2017 to December of 2018, which involves the theft and involvement of almost 100 firearms. According to reports, Quigley would have his associates steal the firearms from his employer, then sell them to various individuals and shops.

Following an investigation and report into the employers purchase and sale history, Quigley was taken into custody for his involvement in the theft and sale of the stolen inventory.

Currently, he faces up to 10 years in federal prison on these charges.

DETENTION OFFICER TAKEN INTO CUSTODY FOLLOWING INMATE ALTERCATION

A detention officer in Greene County, Arkansas, has been taken into custody following an altercation with an inmate.

According to the Greene County Sheriff’s Office, Officer Shawn Hunt was reported to have had an altercation with an inmate on Saturday. He was initially placed on administrative leave, however was fired from the detention center on Monday.

Following his termination, Hunt was taken into custody on a 2nd degree battery charge, and given a $5,000 bond.

TOTAL CASES OF COVID-19 VIRUS IN MISSOURI OVER 7,100

Cases of the novel COVID-19 virus in Missouri have continued to increase.

According to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, as of Monday, the total number of positive cases in Missouri has risen to 7,171, and the total number of deaths directly caused by the disease has increased to 288.

If you are showing symptoms of the virus, including shortness of breath, persistent coughing, or a fever, you are advised to contact your primary healthcare provider for guidance before visiting any hospital or emergency room.

FORMER STODDARD COUNTY PRIEST UNDER INVESTIGATION

A former priest is currently under investigation of physical and sexual misconduct.

According to the Stoddard County Prosecuting Office, former priest Gary Carr is being placed under investigation from sexual and physical misconduct allegations received by an unnamed male, who reported that Carr had made sexual contact with him about 30 years ago, when he was around 10 to 13 years old.

The prosecuting office states that the investigation into these allegations, and the investigation into Carr, is currently ongoing. Anyone who has information on Carr, or anyone who may be a victim, is asked to call the prosecuting office at 573-568-4640.

WOMAN ARRESTED IN NEW MADRID COUNTY FOR METHAMPHETAMINE POSSESSION

A woman was taken into custody in New Madrid County on Monday for drug possession.

According to the New Madrid County Sheriff’s Department, 21 year old Kendra Kraudy, of Sikeston, was arrested on a felony charge for possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine.

Following her arrest, she was transported to the New Madrid County Jail.

DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED FOLLOWING VEHICLE CRASH IN DUNKLIN COUNTY

A driver was seriously injured from a vehicle crash in Dunklin County on Monday.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred on US 412, north of Arbyrd, where a vehicle ran off the roadway, causing it to overturn.

The driver was seriously injured as a result of the crash, and was transported by air to a hospital in Memphis for treatment.