missouri

Arrest made after missing elderly woman’s body was found in pond

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Authorities have made a significant breakthrough in the case of a missing Monroe County woman. A 65-year-old man has been arrested in connection with her death. The Missouri State Highway Patrol, in collaboration with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, discovered human remains during a search of a rural pond in the county. The investigation is linked to the disappearance of 88-year-old Betty L. Hayes from Holliday, Missouri, who was last heard from in December 2021. …

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Missouri couple convicted of killing and dismembering woman after child speaks out

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A Missouri man and his girlfriend have been found guilty of the murder of a 32-year-old woman, whose dismembered remains were discovered in their backyard. The shocking case came to light when a young girl, who had been sexually abused by the couple, bravely shared her harrowing story. Michael Hendricks, 40, and Maggie Ybarra, 30, were convicted by a Jackson County jury on multiple charges related to the murder of Kensie Aubry. The verdict was …

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Off-duty deputy killed by drunk driver

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A dedicated deputy from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office in Missouri lost his life in a tragic accident while off-duty. Steven Tucker, a 60-year-old deputy, was riding his beloved Harley-Davidson motorcycle on a peaceful two-lane road when a car suddenly swerved into his lane, resulting in a devastating head-on collision. The driver of the car, suspected of drunk-driving, also suffered serious injuries. The Missouri State Highway Patrol is currently conducting an investigation into the incident. …

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Woman and two kids killed in St. Louis

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A devastating incident unfolded in a residential area of St. Louis County, Missouri, as a shooting claimed the lives of a woman and two children. The tragic event occurred on Monday evening in the town of St. Ann, leaving the community in shock and mourning. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident and have yet to release further details. According to St. Ann Police Chief Aaron Jimenez, law enforcement responded to the scene …

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Eight people shot, three dead, in Kansas City

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Early Sunday morning, a shooting in Kansas City, Missouri, left three people dead and five others injured. The police were called to investigate the incident just after 4:30 a.m. near 57th Street and Prospect Ave. Upon arrival, they found three shooting victims in a parking lot and the street just south of the intersection. Two men and one woman died at the scene, while at least five more shooting victims arrived at various hospitals by …

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Execution set for disturbed murderer who killed 6-year-old girl

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The Missouri Supreme Court has scheduled an execution for a man found guilty of the murder of a 7-year-old girl in the St. Louis area two decades ago. Johnny Johnson was convicted of first-degree murder and other criminal charges in connection with the death of Cassandra “Casey” Williamson in July 2002. In response to a motion filed by the State of Missouri last year, the court has ordered the execution to take place at 6 …

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Man barricades himself inside sewer after kidnapping and threatening woman

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A man from Florissant, Missouri, held a woman hostage after accusing her of stealing money from him, leading to a police standoff in a sewer. Mario Hudgins, 33, allegedly assaulted the woman, choked her, and pointed a gun at her in a Flordawn Street residence. When the woman’s cousin entered the room, Hudgins threatened her with another firearm. The following morning, Hudgins left the home with the victim, who claimed she wanted to maintain peace. …

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Gunfire erupts in violent gas station shooting

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In Kansas City, Missouri, a violent episode unfolded on Friday night at a gas station, resulting in one death and the injury of four individuals, among them a young child. Local law enforcement is actively seeking information on the case, as the motives and suspects remain elusive. The incident occurred just before 9:30 p.m., when Kansas City police officers were summoned to the scene following reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, they discovered a man in …

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Teen shot by homeowner after accidentally ringing the wrong doorbell to pick up siblings

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A 16-year-old high school junior was shot in Missouri after attempting to pick up his siblings from the wrong residence, in what authorities believe to be a case of mistaken identity. The incident occurred on the evening of April 13 in Kansas City when the teenager, Ralph Yarl, mistakenly went to a house on N.E. 115th Street instead of the intended address on N.E. 115th Terrace. Yarl was transported to a local hospital following the …

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Elderly woman with history of bank robberies arrested after her latest heist

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A 78-year-old woman a history of bank robbery convictions was apprehended for her latest heist in Missouri. Bonnie Gooch allegedly entered Goppert Financial Bank and handed the teller a note demanding a large sum of cash. Following the theft, she left a message apologizing for scaring the teller before driving away with the stolen money. Disguised in a black N95 mask, sunglasses, and plastic gloves, Gooch entered the bank on April 5th and gave the …

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