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Saturday, July 11, 2015

Bates County Sheriffs Office asking for donations

We would like to have all the donations collected by Tuesday morning so the Deputies can purchase the tablet and take it to Alex on Wednesday.

Clinton man arrested on Felony Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer

Max Belcher

On Friday, July 10th, at approximately 9:20 a.m., Clinton Police Officer Charles Barnett stopped at a residence located at 411 South Carter St., to contact a man about a code violation. Officer Barnett is assigned to animal control and code enforcement duties in the City of Clinton.

Upon contacting the man, who was standing in a garage area with the door open, the man informed Officer Barnett that he could do whatever he pleased on his own land. The man then closed the garage door. Officer Barnett soon saw that the man was at the front door of the house. Officer Barnett approached the front door as the man opened it and Officer Barnett observed that the man’s 5-year-old child was standing beside the man. Officer Barnett again tried to speak to the man about the code violation and told him that it was not his intent to write him a ticket, but just to talk to him about correcting the violation.

At that that time the man drew a large frame semi-automatic handgun, pulled the slide to the rear to chamber a round and cursed at Officer Barnett ordering him off of his property.

Fearing for his life Officer Barnett drew his service weapon, took cover and called dispatch for assistance. Upon the arrival of additional officers, the man emerged onto his front porch threatening officers and telling them to leave his property. His weapon was not visible. One of the officers closest to the man shot him in the chest with a Taser. Other officers rushed forward and took the man into custody. The man refused to submit to arrest and struggled with officers, but he was eventually brought under control and handcuffed. After the man was taken into custody, officers conducted a sweep of the residence recovering the weapon that he had threatened Officer Barnett with and another loaded pistol.

The man was identified as 30-year-old Max Belcher of Clinton. He was placed under arrest for 1st Degree Felony Assault of a Law Enforcement Officer and Child Endangerment in the 1st Degree. Belcher was treated for injuries that were sustained during his arrest at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital Emergency Room. He was then transported to the Henry County Detention Center where he was served warrants for the offenses with a bond of $150,000 cash or surety.

Nevada Police Arrest Suspect on Child Pornography Case

Randy White

The Nevada Police Department has concluded an investigation in reference to a suspect in possession of child pornography. On July 7, 2015, Nevada Police Detectives partnered with law enforcement personnel in Topeka, Kansas about a male subject headed to Nevada from Branson, Missouri in order to meet up with a female.

Kansas law enforcement authorities reported that they were investigating an abuse case involving a 6 year old child. A suspect was headed to Nevada who planned to meet those involved in the child abuse case for an unlawful purpose. It was believed that the suspect may be in possession of child porn photos in violation of the law.

Kansas authorities provided suspect information and description. Nevada Detective personnel established a surveillance and observed the suspect vehicle drive into the city limits, and park at business located in 2400 block of E. Austin Blvd.

Nevada Police made contact with the male suspect and upon further investigation, discovered that the male suspect had in fact obtained images of the previous sexual assault. The suspect was also in possession of what is believed to be other child pornography images. No children were abused in this local investigation and subsequent arrest.

The Branson, Missouri resident was identified as, 44 year old, Randy White. Nevada Police arrested the suspect and transported him to the Vernon County Jail. An arrest warrant was issued by the

Vernon County Associate Circuit Court on the following charge:
Promoting Child Pornography, 1st Degree, a B Felony. White’s bond was set at $50,000 cash only.
Nevada Police are working with the Southwest Missouri Cyber Crimes Task Force, to prepare photographic evidence for trial.

To report criminal activities to the dispatch center call 417-448-2710 or use the Tip Hotline at 417-448-5117. All information will be kept confidential

Tonight at the Bates County Fair

It looks like the rain is going to hold off, but expect it to be warmer today with a high in the lower 90's and plenty of humidity.

It'll be the last blast at the fair tonight- Donkey Races at 7:30 with the queen and princess coronation during that event. Don't forget bingo and the carnival will be open as well.

See you at the Fair!

Friday, July 10, 2015

Obituary - Vicki Daniel

Funeral services for Vicki Daniel will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 17, 2015 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Ron Dunlap officiating. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Contributions to Wayside Waifs or Butler First Christian Church.

Vicki Lynn Daniel, age 68 of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, July 9, 2015 at her home in Butler. She was born November 5, 1946 to Victor Robert “Buster” and Louise Edrington Ramsey in Butler.

Vicki is survived by her husband, Alan Daniel of Butler, Missouri; a stepdaughter, Lesley Marie Zerr and husband Nick of Fenton, Missouri; an aunt, Jacqueline Edrington of Blue Springs, Missouri; four grandsons, Tate, Grant, Connor and Blaine; and several cousins including Anna Moore, Carol Winegardner, Rozeann Edrington, Pat Edrington and wife Della and Marcie Hynes and husband Dick. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Missy Stevener; a stepson, Clint Daniel; and a sister, Paula Ramsey.

Parole violator arrested, drugs seized near Nevada school

Drugs were seized and a wanted fugitive was arrested Wednesday afternoon at a residence across the street from a school according to a press release issued by the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office. Danny J Devore, 43 of Nevada, a wanted parole absconder was arrested on the 600

block of North Adams Street Wednesday afternoon shortly after deputies surrounded the house. During the incident, 15 bags of methamphetamines were seized. Vernon County Sheriff Jason Mosher said his office made the case a priority because it was so close to a school. “We always have drug investigations underway, but when we get reports that it’s across from a school, we focus our attention on that”, said Mosher.

The Sheriff said they had received information from the public along with intelligence gathered from the CNET Drug Task Force to locate Devore and the drugs that were in the house. Sheriff Mosher said his office will be preparing charges for the recovered drugs. Devore is currently being held in the Vernon County Jail.

*This press release has been issued by the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office for information only. Any names given in this release are to be considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

And 1st Place goes to...

A walk through the Bates County Fair exhibit hall highlighting many award winning creations and crafts. On most, you should be able to zoom into the photo to read the tag for names and other details

4-H Demonstration Day fetches lots of blue ribbons

Six Bates County 4-H members participated in Demonstration Day which was held on Wednesday, July 8, in the Youth Building at the Bates County Fair. According to Alan J. Mundey, 4-H Youth Specialist, the results are as follows:

General Demonstrations

Ella Armentrout, “Fire Starters”…blue ribbon

John Armentrout, “Setting a Table”…blue ribbon

Serenity Laughlin, “Honey Nutter Cookies”…blue ribbon

Alexis O’Farrell, “Icing a Cupcake”…blue ribbon

Carter & Tristan Trumbore, “Rifle Range Commands”…blue ribbon

All have qualified to present their demonstrations at the Missouri State Fair.