crime
Wheaton man charged with child molestation
A Wheaton man has been charged with child molestation for allegedly engaging in sexual acts with a minor.
Mistrial declared in rape, kidnapping case
A mistrial has been ruled in the jury trial of a Purdy man charged with sodomy, rape and kidnapping, as the jury was unable to reach a verdict.
Man charged for high-speed chase
A Purdy man is facing two felonies and four misdemeanors after allegedly fleeing from a highway patrolman and a Barry County Sheriff’s Office deputy, then crashing on Farm Road 1040
Cassville man charged with attempted murder in jail
A Cassville man is facing multiple felonies after an altercation inside the Barry County jail where he allegedly stabbed another inmate with an improvised shank.
Cassville man guilty of child molestation
A Cassville man has been found guilty of child molestation in a bench trial held Thursday in Stone County Circuit Court.
Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Crime and punishment
When it comes to covering news in small-town America, there are certain categories of stories that draw more attention than others.
Cassville man facing attempted child molestation charge
A Cassville man is facing a felony charge for allegedly attempting to molest a child at a home in Washburn.
Man who called to file report arrested for meth
An Eagle Rock man who called authorities to file a report was arrested for alleged possession of methamphetamine.
Eagle Rock woman charged federally with meth distribution
An Eagle Rock woman is one of two defendants in a federal case involving the alleged attempt to distribute more than 500 grams of methamphetamine.
Man charged with kidnapping
A Washburn man is facing three felonies and a misdemeanor after allegedly breaking into a victim’s home, kidnapping and transporting the victim to another residence, then not allowing the victim to leave or call for help.
