Through the course of these investigations it was determined the suspect had forced entry, damaged property and stolen property and currency at multiple businesses. Detectives investigating one of the more recent burglaries were able to develop a possible suspect.
Detectives located the suspect at a house in the 1100 block of S. Main Street on March 22, 2018. The suspect was taken into custody on unrelated arrest warrants. Through the course of these investigations officers were able to link the suspect to these recent burglaries.
Detectives then obtained and executed a search warrant in the 500 block of S. Chestnut Street related to this investigation. During the search of the residence officers located additional evidence that linked the suspect in question to these burglaries.
The male suspect, identified as Dallas D Pilcher, age of 37 of Nevada was taken into custody for investigation of burglary and transported to the Vernon County Jail for holding.
On Wednesday March 28, 2018 the following charges were filed against Pilcher through the Vernon County Associate Court:
One (1) Count, Burglary 1st Degree - Class B Felony
Ten (10) Counts, Burglary 2nd Degree - Class D Felony
Three (3) Counts, Attempted Burglary - Class E Felony
Two (2) Counts, Stealing – Class D Felony
Two (2) Counts, Property Damage – Class E Felony
Nine (9) Counts, Stealing – Class A Misdemeanor
Nine (9) Counts, Property Damage – Class B Misdemeanor
Pilcher is being held in the Vernon County Jail in lieu of a $50,000 cash or surety bond.
Citizens are encouraged to contact the police if they have any information that would be helpful to combat crime.
For questions regarding crime prevention techniques or to start a Neighborhood Watch Program, contact the Nevada Police Department at (417) 448-5100.
