Friday, May 9, 2014

Bates County Sheriffs Office: Butler Couple Arrested On Child Endangerment Charges

Shawna K Coffman

Michael J Coffman

On 5/7/14 the Bates County Sheriff’s Detectives made an arrest on Michael J Coffman of Butler, Missouri.  Coffman was arrested on 6 counts of endangering the welfare of a child and 3 counts of 2nd degree assault.  Coffman’s bond was set at $90,000 cash or surety.   Michael Coffman is out of jail on bond.   

A second subject is currently being sought in connection with the case.  That subject has been identified as Shawna K Coffman.  A warrant for Shawna Coffman has been issued for 6 counts of endangering the welfare of a child and 3 counts of 2nd degree assault. 

This case stems from a hotline of a child abuse or neglect.  During the investigation it was determined that the parents had put locks on all the cabinets and refrigerator to prevent the children from having access to food.  It was also determined that there was physical abuse of the children in the house.  

Shawna Coffman knows that there are multiple warrants for her arrest and it appears she is avoiding law enforcement.


If you have information about the location of Shawna Coffman please contact the Bates County Sheriff’s Office at 660-679-3232.  

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