West Plains Police Department

Arrests

October 5

Mason Todd Wilbanks, 26, failure to appear

Tyree Earl Robinson, 48, failure to appear

Misty Brook Brege, 50, failure to appear

October 6

Christopher Thomas Wallace, 54, failure to appear

October 7

James Isaac Mckee, 20, failure to appear (two counts)

October 10

Joshua Levi Robinson, 38, driving while revoked suspended, exceeded posted speed limit (6-10 mph over), failed to drive on right half of roadway when roadway was of sufficient width

Seth Austin Thomure-Jamison, 30, assault - 2nd degree

October 11

James Issac Mckee, 20, failure to appear (two counts), burglary - 2nd degree, stealing - motor vehicle (two counts)

 

Calls for Service

October 5

Officer Dawson Beavers investigated a trespassing incident on Lanton Road. The investigation discovered a subject, captured on security camera, opening the door to a residence. The suspect is yet to be identified. This case is open pending identification of the suspect.

An individual flagged down Officer Tyler Franks on Country Club Drive to report a missing and possible suicidal subject. Officers conducted an investigation and later located the subject deceased. 

 Sgt. Joshua Wichowski assisted an individual turning themselves in on outstanding warrants and posting bond. 

Sgt. Wichowski responded to Walmart Supercenter in reference to a reported shoplifting and trespassing incident. His investigation found the same suspect had stolen merchandise from the business on October 3rd and trespassed from the business. They identified the suspect and formal charges will be pending through the Howell County Prosecuting Attorney's Office.

Officer Caleb Kerly took a report of harassment. This case will be sent to the West Plains Detective Division for further investigation.

October 6

Sgt. Brandon Stephens responded to the area of Old Airport Road and Goodhard Drive for a report of a deer that had been struck by a vehicle and still alive. Officers dispatched the deer due to its injuries.

October 7

Det. John Hughston arrested an individual on an outstanding warrant.

Officer Tyler Gill took a report of harassment. 

Cpl. Ivie Powell responded to Southern Hills Parking lot for an accident where one driver had left the scene. 

Officer Joseph Tombley responded to a report of an abandoned vehicle partially obstructing a roadway and subsequently determined the vehicle previously reported stolen. The investigation remains ongoing as officers work to identify the individuals responsible.

October 8

Cpl. Powell responded to the theft of a motorcycle from Leyda Drive. During the course of the investigation, officers located the motorcycle and returned it to the owner.

Sgt. Wichowski took a report from staff at Washington Avenue Pawn reporting multiple firearms identified as missing during an inventory conducted in connection with an ATF inspection and reconciliation.

Officer Jacob Beadell responded to a local park for a report of an assault. Officers identified the suspect and this case will remain open pending further investigation.

Cpl. Connor Burnes responded to a suicidal subject located on Lanton Road. They transported the subject to the hospital for medical attention.

October 9

Officer Beadell responded to Missouri and Porter Wagoner for a report an individual screaming in the area. Officers located the subject who made multiple nonsensical statements and threats to the general public. Due to the individual’s mental status, they transported them to the hospital.

Cpl. Burnes responded to a suicidal subject located on Worcester. They transported the subject to the hospital for medical attention. 

Cpl. Burnes responded to an alarm call located on Imperial, West Plains. A door was found open to the business and was checked. No one was located inside and no damage was found. Noticed was left for the owners of the property.

Officer Beadell responded to 2nd Street for a report of an assault. After interviewing the parties and witnesses, EMS transported one of the subjects to the local hospital. This case will be referred to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.

Officer Meyer responded to Luster Avenue for a report of a hit and run accident. His investigation identified a suspect. This case is open and active pending contact with the victim.

October 10

Officer Meyer conducted a traffic stop on US 63 and arrested the driver for driving while intoxicated.

Officer Kerley assisted an individual with an outstanding warrant and posting bond. 

Officer Wartnaby took a report of stealing.

Officer Keepes responded to Christopher Drive for a physical altercation involving an individual reportedly struck with a baseball bat. His investigation resulted into one subject taken into custody and placed on a 24 hour hold pending formal charges.

October 11

Officer Wartanby responded to a report of an unattended child roaming freely. He investigated the incident and returned the child to their residence and caretaker. A Missouri Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline will be completed.

Officer Gill responded to Division Drive for a report of an out of control juvenile. He took the juvenile into custody.

Officer Sandgren responded to N. Howell regarding an individual experiencing possible mental health issues. They transported the individual to OZH for further evaluation.