POPLAR BLUFF MURDER SUSPECT APPREHENDED IN WEST VIRGINIA
Updating a story we brought to you previously, a Poplar Bluff man, who was wanted for murder, has been taken into custody in West Virginia.
Officials with the Poplar Bluff Police Department tell KWOC News that on December 1st of 2020, 25 year old Stacy Gipson, along with 22 year old Christopher Gilmore, went to purchase narcotics from a residence in the 100 block of Begley Street.
At the time, the home was occupied by 23 year olds Kevin Sanders and Adriana Lundy, both of Poplar Bluff.
Upon arriving at the home, Gipson attempted to rob and subsequently shot both Sanders and Lundy. Lundy’s condition was noted as severe, but non-life threatening, while Sanders died from his injuries.
Gilmore was quickly taken into custody, however Gipson managed to evade authorities, and was believed to have fled the state.
On December 9th, officials in Cape Girardeau reported to Poplar Bluff authorities that Gipson was possibly at his mother’s residence in Charleston, West Virginia. On December 31st, around 9:15 am, Gipson was located by authorities, and was taken into custody after a short pursuit on foot.
At the time of his arrest, Gipson was wanted for charges on 2nd degree murder, 1st degree assault, armed criminal action, and 1st degree robbery and burglary.
Authorities with the Criminal Investigation Division in Poplar Bluff, Missouri State Highway Patrol, Butler County Sheriff’s Department, and US Marshals Service in Cape Girardeau and West Virginia assisted in the month-long hunt for Gipson.
SEVERAL JOB POSITIONS IN POPLAR BLUFF FILED BY CITY COUNCIL
There were several job positions filled by the Poplar Bluff City Council on Monday.
According to the council, the positions were filed during a meeting on Monday, and included appointing code enforcement officer James Sisk as the city’s planner. Sisk will be organizing and directing departments related to planning, animal control, and code enforcement.
Greg Smith, a longtime employee at the Black River Coliseum, will be replacing former Director Bobby Godwin as the director of the Coliseum.
Replacements for the vacancies have not yet been filled, though the changes have already been approved in the 2021 city budget.
MAN ARRESTED IN NEW MADRID COUNTY ON DRUG POSSESSION AND STEALING
A man was arrested in New Madrid County on Wednesday for drug possession and stealing.
According to the New Madrid County Sheriff’s Department, Christopher Simpson was taken into custody for possession of a controlled substance, and stealing.
These charges stem from an investigation made by the department after a search warrant was executed at Simpson’s residence. There, narcotics and stolen property were located.
Following his arrest, Simpson was transported to the Mississippi County Jail, with no bond.
AUTHORITIES SEARCHING FOR VEHICLE IN SUSPECTED HIT-AND-RUN INCIDENT
Authorities in Poplar Bluff are searching for a vehicle in relation to a suspected hit and run incident on Monday.
According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, a potential hit-and-run incident occurred at the intersection of Victor and Marshall streets, around 4:00 pm on Monday.
The vehicle, described as being maroon, fled the scene.
Anyone with information on the incident is being asked to contact the Poplar Bluff Police Department by calling 573-785-5776.
ADDITIONAL CASES OF COVID-19 REPORTED ACROSS SOUTHEAST MISSOURI; STATE TOTAL NOW OVER 402,000
The total cases of coronavirus in the state have passed 402,000, while additional cases have continued to be reported across Southeast Missouri.
According to the Butler County Health Department, 54 cases were reported on Monday, bringing the County’s total cases to 3,620. In Stoddard County, 20 new cases were reported over the weekend, and the County now stands at 2,701 cases. Of them, 96 are active, while 2,545 have recovered.
Dunklin County now stands at 2,724 cases. Of them, 2,653 have recovered, while 53 are currently active.
In Missouri, as of Monday, there are now 402,957 cases of the virus in the state, while 5,562 deaths have been directly linked to the disease.
If you are experiencing any symptoms of the virus, such as fever, persistent coughing, or shortness of breath, you are advised to contact your primary healthcare provider before visiting any hospital or emergency room.
NEW MADRID COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT SEARCHING FOR FELONY SUSPECT
The New Madrid County Sheriff’s Department is asking for assistance in locating a felony suspect.
Officials report that the department is currently searching for Adam Mainord, who is wanted on a no bond felony warrant for probation and parole violation. A picture of him is available on the New Madrid County Sheriff’s Department’s Facebook page.
Anyone with information on Mainord, or his current whereabouts, is asked to contact the New Madrid County Sheriff’s Office by calling 573-748-2516.
