MAN IN CUSTODY FOLLOWING STODDARD COUNTY PURSUIT
A man was taken into custody following a pursuit in Stoddard County.
According to the Dexter Police Department, a patrolman attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a vehicle Friday afternoon on Highway 25 when the driver attempted to flee.
A pursuit was initiated which finally came to an end when the driver drove into a ditch on State Highway BB.
The driver, 37 year old Joseph Fowler, of Arnold, was found to have multiple outstanding felony warrants and was taken into custody.
A passenger, identified as Melissa Schroeder, of Arnold, also had a felony warrant and was taken into custody.
A warrant was issued for Fowler for kidnapping 2nd degree, hindering prosecution of a felony, resisting arrest, careless and imprudent driving, and exceeding the posted speed limit by 26 miles per hour or more.
No bond was set and Fowler remains in custody.
FREEZING RAIN POSSIBLE TODAY
There are chances of freezing rain today, especially for our western listening areas.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures will start out below freezing today before rising this afternoon.
The first of multiple rounds of rain for the week is anticipated today and when combined with the lower temperatures, brings the potential for freezing rain this morning.
According to a special weather statement, the highest likelihood for any ice accumulation is across the Missouri Ozark Foothills where the precipitation arrives the earliest. However, a light glaze of ice is possible for areas as far east as Dexter.
A winter weather advisory will be in effect for multiple communities until 6 pm today, including Wayne, Carter, and Ripley Counties.
FREE FRAUD PREVENTION SEMINAR TO BE OFFERED THIS WEEK IN POPLAR BLUFF
An area Credit Union will be hosting a free seminar this week to help keep the Poplar Bluff Community safe from fraud.
The Ozark Federal Credit Union’s Free Fraud Prevention Seminar is scheduled for noon to 1 pm on January 24th at the Poplar Bluff Chamber of Commerce.
The seminar will feature guest speaker Detective Shonna Grobe from the Poplar Bluff Police Department. Detective Grobe will provide invaluable insights into the specific scams and fraudulent activities that are prevalent in our community, offering attendees a unique opportunity to stay informed and protected.
The Ozark Federal Credit Union is also providing lunch during the seminar and there will be chances for attendees to win gift cards.
Seats are limited for the event. To register, call 573-429-1780.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION RELEASED ABOUT DRUG TRAFFICKING ARREST IN STODDARD COUNTY
Updating a story we have been following for you, additional information has been released concerning a drug trafficking arrest in Stoddard County.
Sheriff Carl Hefner tells KWOC News that on January 17th, the Stoddard County Sheriff's Office assisted the Missouri State Highway Patrol with a traffic stop near Essex.
When the vehicle came to a stop, two adult males and two juveniles exited the vehicle. After a short foot pursuit all four subjects were located.
During the investigation approximately 11 pounds of methamphetamine and three firearms were located.
21 year old Korey Johnson Jr. and 20 year old Kortavion Johnson, of Hayti, were taken into custody on charges of drug trafficking 1st degree, possession of a controlled substance, resisting arrest for a felony, and three counts of unlawful use of a weapon.
They are being housed in the Stoddard County Jail on no bond warrants along with one of the juveniles who was previously certified as an adult on another case on which he is on probation for.
The remaining juvenile was detained by juvenile authorities and placed in the Stoddard County Detention Center.
TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR THE 2024 VALENTINES FOR VETERANS CONCERT
Tickets are available for the 2024 Valentines for Veterans concert in Poplar Bluff.
According to the Wake Foundation, the concert, featuring Tracy Byrd, will be held on Thursday, February 8th at the Black River Coliseum beginning at 6 pm.
Tickets for the concert are free for veterans and can be picked up at the Black River Coliseum, all VA clinics, or at the Stars & Stripes Museum. You must show a military ID when picking up your tickets.
For more information, contact the Wake Foundation at 573-281-5140.
OVER MONTH LONG SHOULDER REPAIR PROJECT SCHEDULED TO BEGIN TODAY IN CARTER COUNTY
Westbound U.S. Route 60 in Carter County will be reduced to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction for over a month as contractor crews perform shoulder work.
According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, the section of roadway being reduced is located from Route U to Route 21 near Van Buren.
Weather permitting, work will take place from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, through Thursday, February 29.
