On June 30, 2025, Steven Michael Cope Jr. was taken into custody in the Raytown area, bringing a long-running investigation one step closer to justice.
For several months, deputies and detectives from the Henry County Sheriff’s Office have worked diligently to locate and safely apprehend Cope Jr., who has posed a flight risk. With the help of our law enforcement counterparts in the region, we were able to close in and bring him in without incident.
Cope Jr. was wanted on the following outstanding warrants:
Class D Felony – Tampering with Electronic Monitoring Equipment ($75,000 cash-only bond)
Class D Felony – Endangering the Welfare of a Child Creating a Substantial Risk – 1st Degree – 1st Offense (No bond)
We’re thankful for the teamwork that led to the arrest of Cope Jr. This outcome reflects steady police work and strong partnerships. Our focus remains on doing the job right and holding individuals accountable—no matter where they try to run.