On October 9, deputies responded to the Knights Inn in New Florence for a report of two males engaged in a loud argument that was disturbing other guests. Upon arrival deputies learned that a stepfather and his adult stepson, both of whom appeared to have consumed a significant amount of alcohol, had become involved in an argument that turned physical. The stepfather alleged that his stepson had charged at him and threatened to assault him with his prosthetic leg, LOL. The stepson reported that his stepfather had punched him in the mouth. Deputies observed fresh blood and injuries consistent with a recent altercation. The stepfather was arrested and transported to the MC Jail pending formal charges of domestic assault and peace disturbance. Before deputies could completely wrap up the evening, hotel staff also reported that the stepson had allegedly damaged property outside the motel. Video surveillance of that incident was collected and deputies planned to follow up with hotel management regarding possible charges.

On October 10, deputies responded to Wellsville for a disturbance. During the investigation deputies learned a male subject had been driving erratically and ran off the roadway. When the victim approached the driver, the driver allegedly attempted to fight him before pulling a firearm, pointing it at the victim and making threats. The driver then fled at a high rate of speed, nearly striking a small child, before stopping at another residence and becoming involved in another altercation with several individuals. The suspect later walked to a neighbor’s residence. Deputies were initially unable to locate the suspect. He later contacted the Sheriff’s Office and came in for an interview. Following the interview he was placed under arrest, transported to the MC Jail and charged with leaving the scene of an accident, driving while intoxicated, peace disturbance, unlawful use of a weapon, armed criminal action, property damage, careless and imprudent driving, minor in possession of alcohol, tampering with physical evidence and assault.

On October 12, deputies were in Montgomery City when they observed an individual known to have a suspended driver’s license operating a motor vehicle. Deputies conducted a traffic stop and confirmed the driver’s license was suspended. The driver was arrested, transported to the MC Jail and charged with driving while revoked.

On October 13, deputies conducted a follow-up investigation into a previous drug-related incident. During the investigation deputies searched a vehicle and located a purse containing drug paraphernalia and methamphetamine. The owner of the purse was arrested, transported to the MC Jail and charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and tampering with physical evidence.

Also on October 13, deputies responded to the New Florence area for a report of a suspicious vehicle parked in the middle of the highway lane. Deputies found the vehicle unoccupied and began searching for the driver. The driver was located at Love’s Truck Stop and advised he had run out of gas and obtained a ride to the truck stop. Deputies observed the subject appeared intoxicated but he claimed he started drinking after leaving his vehicle and arriving at Loves. Further investigation revealed the subject’s driving privileges were suspended due to alcohol-related offenses. The driver was arrested, transported to the MC Jail and charged with driving while revoked.

On October 15, deputies responded to Bellflower for a report of trespassing and theft after a suspect allegedly stole tools from a porch. During the investigation deputies located the suspect, who was also suspected of being involved in a similar theft a few days earlier. The suspect was arrested, transported to the MC Jail and charged with trespassing and stealing.

Also on October 15, deputies responded to Jonesburg for a report of a domestic assault. During the investigation deputies learned the victim’s boyfriend allegedly punched her in the head several times and strangled her before fleeing the area. Deputies searched for the suspect but were unable to locate him. Deputies are actively seeking the suspect’s whereabouts.