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DEPOT INN BRICK FUNDRAISER
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The Macon County
USPS-299800 Vol.137, No.2 La Plata, MO, 63549 • 8 Pages • 1 Sections • 50 Cents
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Jean Mackey Pekin, Illinois FIVE ARRESTED ON DRUG CHARGES On Monday, June 18, 2012 Macon County deputies responded to a business located in the 18000 St Hwy 3, in Atlanta to a report of suspicious activity by employees. As a result of investigation deputies arrested Brooke (Howard) Weaver age 25 of Atlanta for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Methamphetamine), Jonathan Ryan Harris age 24 of Bevier for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Methamphetamine), Steven K. Mulinix age 22 of Callao for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Methamphetamine),Mitchell Berrey age 30 of Atlanta for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Methamphetamine) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Marijuana), and Michael Ray Siemens age 20 of Excello for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Methamphetamine), and Tampering with Physical Evidence. All suspects were transported to the Macon County Jail for processing and released pending their court appearance.
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
13 Arrested In Sting Sheriff Robert Dawson announced that the heat has once again been turned up on drug crime. The Macon County Sheriff’s Office began conducting covert operations when appropriations were received from the County Law Enforcement Restitution Fund in late 2011. The several month long investigation has ended with 13 people arrested in an early morning drug sweep across Macon County called “OPERATION HEAT WAVE”. Sheriff Robert Dawson said “Starting about 6 a.m. we sent teams out with warrants and had good success executing the warrants.” The thirteen suspects arrested during OPERATION HEAT WAVE are: William Cody Ziebarth age 18 of Macon, for 3 counts of Distributing Controlled Substance near Schools {Felony A RSMo: 195.214}. Bond has
been set at $75,000 cash only, and he remains in custody; with additional charges pending. Deidre M. Pace age 18 of Macon, for 1
count of Distributing Controlled Substance Near Schools {Felony A RSMo: 195.214}. Bond has been set at $25,000 cash only, and she remains in custody.
Lenton Cruz Tillman age 40 of Macon, for 1 count of Delivery of a Controlled Substance Near Schools {Felony A RSMo: 195.214}. Bond has
been set at $25,000 cash only, and he remains in custody. Theresa D. Miller
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ROMANETTO
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R. WELCH
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BACK TO SCHOOL HEALTH FAIR The annual Macon County Backto-School Health and Safety Fair for Macon County children Kindergarten through 5th grades will be held on Saturday, Aug. 4, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the EXPO Building at the Macon County Park on Highway 63 South in Macon. The Missouri Child Identification Program (MOCHIP) will also be held in the same location from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The child car seat safety check will be conducted again and held at Floral Hall down the road from the EXPO Center. The usual games and activities along with school supplies and health and safety information will be plentiful. Come and check it all out. STORY CONTINUES ON PAGE 8A
SECOND SUSPECT APPREHENDED FOR THEFT AT ROCK HILL According to the Macon Police Department authorities recently located and apprehended a second suspect involved in the 2011 theft of metal materials occurring at Rock Hill Mechanical Corporation in Macon. Macon Police Chief, Steve Olinger, released that Johnson County, KS law enforcement recently apprehended Joshua Norris, 34 of Kansas City (KS), on warrants issued for felony theft, felony tampering with a motor vehicle, felon resisting arrest and trespassing. Norris is currently being held in the Macon County Jail in lieu of bond. The Original News Release stated on 09/20/2011 at approximately 3:30am, Macon Police Department officers interrupted a theft in progress
at Rock Hill Mechanical Corporation located at 308 Lake Street in the city limits of Macon after observing a vehicle on the property. As officers approached, 2 male suspects fled the area on foot in a southerly direction of travel. After a short pursuit, officers lost sight of the suspects. A perimeter was set up and back up units were called to assist including the Macon Police Department officers & canine unit, Macon County Sheriff’s Department, Missouri State Highway Patrol and Department of Conservation. Two aircrafts were utilized in the search of the areas surrounding the business. At approximately 8:30am, officers on scene apprehended one suspect, a 26 year old, white male from Kansas City, Missouri. The suspect was
taken into custody and transported to the Macon Police Department for processing. Search for a second suspect continues. Police are looking for a male suspect approximately 6’0” 6’2” tall, 220-250 lbs, wearing a dark sweatshirt, shorts and tennis shoes. This suspect was last seen wearing an article to hide his face. Chief Steve Olinger stated, “the investigation is ongoing while we try to determine the identity and whereabouts of the second suspect. We believe these suspects may be involved in multiple thefts from Rock Hill Mechanical.” Olinger also reports that a U-Haul truck was recovered at the crime scene. The truck was determined to be stolen from the Kansas City area and was impounded for processing.
A PROVEN LEADER “I would appreciate your vote on the Republican ballot August 7th” Contact me at 660-384-2307 or alan@wyatt4staterep.com
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