Cass County Sheriff’s Office: Burglary Prevention Tips

Cass County – On December 12, 2014 the Cass County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene of two burglaries in the Belton area near 171st and Holmes Rd. In this incident and similar incidents around Cass County the suspects usually approach the residence during the day and knock on the door. If they encounter a homeowner the subject will engage the person with “small talk” and ask various questions about directions to a nearby town or highway, or performing odd jobs around the house. These subjects will continue this until they find a house where no one is home. Residents are encouraged to contact the Cass County Sheriff's Office or local police department to report any suspicious behavior.

The Cass County Sheriff’s Office urges citizens, especially at this time of the year to be aware of your surroundings and to keep your doors locked and garage doors closed even when you at home.

Many people are making plans to be out of town for extended periods of time this holiday season. During this time our homes are more susceptible to burglaries. While most people notify neighbors here are a few other things to do before going:

• Be discreet about going away to reduce the risk of burglars
• Set timers, to make your house appears occupied
• Lock windows and doors
• Leave spare keys/contact number with someone you trust For long periods of travel, have the post office hold your mail
• Stop paper delivers, and make arrangements for parcels to be picked up
• If your car is alarmed, leave spare keys with a neighbor

The Cass County Sheriff's Office also provides a “House Watch”. If you leave town contact 380-5200 and provide information so authorities can contact you in the event of a burglary at your residence.

Butler Police Department activity report 12/8 - 12/14 2014

• 12/08//2014 

Open door 300 block of S Mechanic

Well being check for DFS
Walk in theft report
Warrant service
Accident Delaware and Dakota
Medical assist 500 block of W Dakota
Assist MSHP
Theft report

• 12/09/2014 

Well being check 600 block of Parklane
Alarm 400 block of S Fulton
Keep the peace 400 block of S Main
Theft report Wal-Mart

Henry County Sheriffs Office: Lobby hours changing

Henry County Sheriff J. Kent Oberkrom reminds everyone that the new lobby hours at the Henry County Sheriff's Office, 200 North Main, Clinton, will be from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. beginning on today, December 15, 2014. This adjustment is to accommodate changes in work load at the Sheriff's Office. Anyone who is unable to conduct business during these hours is encouraged to contact the office at 660-885-7300 for an appointment.

For emergencies, please dial 9-1-1 or after hours non-emergency at 660-885-5587.

Obituary - Reverend Howard Ray Curry

Reverend Howard Ray Curry

Reverend Howard Ray Curry, age 93, La Cygne, Kansas passed away on Friday December 12, 2014. He was born at Mulberry, Kansas on March 29, 1921 the son of William and Pauline Gary Curry. He married Ruth Lee on October 7, 1942. He served his country during World War II in the United States Marine Corps. Howard worked in education as well as in ministry. He was a school teacher, principal, basketball coach and superintendent. He ministered at various churches including: Cherry Grove, Paola, Spring Hill, and finished his preaching career at Calvary Baptist in La Cygne. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Joy Quinones, his parents, a brother Rolly and a step grand daughter. He is survived by his wife Ruth, three sons: Robert Curry, William Curry and Howard Curry Jr., two daughters, Julia Fisher and Janet Davis, two brothers, Irvin and William Curry, thirteen grandchildren, twenty-five great grandchildren, five great great grandchildren, seven step grandchildren and fifteen step great grandchildren. 

Funeral service will be held at 10 AM, Saturday, December 20, 2014 at the Calvary Baptist Church in La Cygne. Burial will be in the Oak Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 PM Friday at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, La Cygne Chapel. The family suggests contributions to the Calvary Baptist Church. On line condolences for the family can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com. Arrangements: Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, La Cygne Chapel.

Obituary - Carl Dee Holmes

Carl Dee Holmes, age 74, Pleasanton, Kansas passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2014. He was born on February 20, 1940 at Fort Scott, Kansas the son of Vernon and LaVerne Ashley Holmes. He graduated from Pleasanton High School and attended Bible College at Springfield, Missouri. He was a heavy equipment operator before retirement. Carl was a member of the Pleasanton First Baptist Church and enjoyed being outside, especially in his garden. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Grant Holmes. He is survived by his daughter Carla Bledsoe and husband Duane, son, Jr. Holmes and three grandchildren: Rachael, Caleb and Melana Bledsoe. 

Graveside funeral service will be held at 11 AM, Thursday, December 18, 2014 at the Holmes Cemetery near Prescott, Kansas. Visitation will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Pleasanton Chapel. The family suggests contributions to the charity of one''s choice. On line condolences for the family can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com. Arrangements: Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Pleasanton Chapel.

Missouri State Highway Patrol Arrest Report 12/14/14

On 12/14/14 around 1:53 a.m. The Missouri State Highway Patrol in Cass County arrested 30 year old Jeffery Vanslyke of Butler, Missouri. He was arrested for 1.) Felony Driving while intoxicated 2.) Lane violation 3.) No Insurance 4.) Misdemeanor Camden County Warrant. He was booked into the Cass County Jail and placed on a 24 hour hold.

Missing Person: Stephanie Walls

Stephanie Walls

Police are looking for Stephanie Walls, 31, who was reported missing today but has not been seen since about 11 a.m. Dec. 8. She was at 42nd and Agnes and said she was going for a walk, but she has not been seen since.

Stephanie is a white female who is 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighs about 143 pounds. She has black hair with blonde roots and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a black jacket lined with pink and fur around the hood, black snow boots and white and pink pajama pants. She suffers from mental illness.

If you know where she is, please call the KCPD Missing Persons Section at 816-234-5136.

1 vehicle accident Southeast of Drexel

The Missouri State Highway Patrol along with The Bates County Sheriff's Office is on scene of a 1 vehicle accident involving a car that slid off the roadway and went through a fence on 18 Highway just North of Double AA Highway South of Drexel.

Bates County Live will update this when more information becomes available.