Vehicle in Adrian damaged by explosive

On September 14, 2025 at approximately 3:35 am in Adrian, a suspect placed an unknown explosive on the hood of a vehicle causing damage to the hood and windshield of the vehicle. A suspect was identified and then arrested by the Adrian Police Department and assisted by the Bates County Sheriff’s Office at residence inside of Adrian. 

The suspect was transferred to the Bates County Sheriff’s Office and placed on a 24hr hold pending a warrant. The incident was investigated by the Adrian Police Department, ATF, and The Missouri State Fire Marshall.

Chief Dillon