On June 1, deputies located a subject in New Florence who was known to have multiple active arrest warrants. According to reports deputies observed the subject operating a vehicle and followed him to a local business parking lot. Upon making contact with the subject acknowledged being aware of the warrants but believed he was outside the extradition range. Deputies confirmed the warrants were valid and extraditable through the City of St. Charles. The subject was taken into custody without incident and transported to the MC Jail where he was booked on 18 outstanding warrants.

Also on June 1, deputies conducted a traffic stop near Montgomery City after observing a vehicle displaying expired registration and failing to display a front license plate. According to reports the driver admitted he did not possess a valid driver’s license and a records check confirmed his driving privileges had expired. During the investigation the driver consented to a search of the vehicle, which resulted in the discovery of a loaded 9mm handgun concealed under the center console. The driver advised the firearm belonged to him and admitted he had failed to disclose its presence. A criminal history check revealed no felony convictions prohibiting possession of the firearm. The driver was transported to the MC Jail and cited for operating a motor vehicle without a valid license and failure to properly display a front license plate.

Again on June 1, deputies conducted a traffic stop near New Florence after observing multiple traffic violations, including improper lane changes and failure to signal. According to reports the driver displayed extreme nervousness and admitted she did not possess a valid driver’s license. During the investigation deputies detected the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle and obtained consent to conduct a search. The search resulted in the discovery of drug paraphernalia, including a digital scale with residue, multiple items containing suspected cocaine residue and a controlled substance believed to be Adderall without a valid prescription.

Prior to transport the driver surrendered additional drug paraphernalia and a bag containing suspected cocaine that had been concealed on her person. Field testing later confirmed the presence of cocaine. The driver was transported to the MC Jail and charged with possession of a controlled substance, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, no driver’s license and failure to signal.

Also on June 1, deputies received information regarding the whereabouts of a wanted subject who had an outstanding warrant out of Montgomery County for failure to appear on eight counts of harassment charges and endangering the welfare of a child. According to reports deputies coordinated with the Missouri State Highway Patrol, who made contact with the subject via telephone and advised him of the outstanding warrant. Later that evening the subject voluntarily arrived at the Montgomery County Jail and turned himself in. The subject was taken into custody without incident and booked on the outstanding warrant.

Again on June 1, deputies conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 70 near New Florence after observing a vehicle displaying expired registration. According to reports the driver admitted to having recently consumed marijuana and was found to possess only a Missouri identification card rather than a valid driver’s license. During the investigation deputies observed signs of impairment and obtained consent to search the vehicle, resulting in the discovery of multiple cannabis products, THC vape cartridges, cannabis concentrates and drug paraphernalia.

A drug recognition expert evaluation concluded the driver was impaired by cannabis and a consensual blood sample was obtained for laboratory testing. The driver was transported to the MC Jail and cited for DWI (prior offender), operating a motor vehicle without a valid license, failure to register a motor vehicle and no insurance.

Also on June 1, deputies assisted the Montgomery City Police Department with a domestic disturbance investigation involving threats of violence and a firearm. According to reports a female subject admitted she became upset during an ongoing relationship dispute and armed herself with a handgun while intending to confront another individual. Witnesses reported the subject made multiple statements indicating she intended to shoot the individual before ultimately deciding against it and returning home.

The subject later admitted she had retrieved the firearm and initially intended to carry out the threat but changed her mind before leaving the neighborhood. A 9mm handgun was recovered and secured as evidence. Following the investigation, the subject was arrested by the Montgomery City Police Department on charges related to the incident. No injuries were reported.