EL DORADO SPRINGS POLICE REPORT

In the case of all arrests, it must be remembered that the charge is merely an accusation and all defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

NOTE: Anyone having information concerning any alleged crimes are encouraged to contact the police department at 876-TIPS (8477)

On July 15, 2019, officers responded to the 100 Block of South Kirkpatrick concerning a reported theft from a motor vehicle. The investigation revealed the theft of a Cobra, Model 29 CB Radio, a Cobra Model 29 CB Radio in a box, an unknown brand CB Radio, a 20” Visio TV, a chrome, Cobra TV speaker, an HP Printer, a Blue Ray player, a can containing approximately $30.00 in change, a head strap with a flashlight on it, and a set of keys. A report was taken and the investigation continues.

On July 15, 2019, officers responded to 500 South Ohio concerning a reported a theft from a motor vehicle. The investigation revealed the theft of three coil packs.  A report was taken and the investigation continues.

On July 16, 2019, officers responded to 601 East Joe Davis concerning a reported larceny. The investigation revealed the theft of two lawn chairs and a plastic trash can. Juvenile suspects have been identified and referred to the Juvenile Office.

On July 16, 2019, officers arrested Eric M. Tompkins, 34, for an active El Dorado Springs Municipal Warrant charging him with Failure to Appear on the original charge of Peace Disturbance, with a bond of $225.50, and, an El Dorado Springs Municipal Warrant charging him with Failure to Appear on the original charge Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, with a bond of $225.50. He was then released after his court appearance.

On July 16, 2019, officers arrested Aaron R. Eastham, III, 24, for an active Vernon County Warrant charging him with Failure to Appear on the original charge of No Operator’s License, with no bond. He was transported to the Vernon County Jail pending a court appearance.

On July 17, 2019, officers responded to 204 East Olive concerning a reported larceny. The investigation revealed the theft of 5 gallon gasoline can. A report was taken and the investigation continues.

On July 18, 2019, officers responded to 309 South Forrest concerning a reported larceny. The investigation revealed the theft of several yard ornaments, yard lights, and a yard windmill. Some of the items were later recovered and returned to the owner. A report was taken and the investigation continues.

On July 19, 2019, officers responded to the 100 block of South Main Street concerning a reported larceny. The investigation revealed the theft of two boxes of corn dogs and a box of cheese sticks, taken from a freezer. A report was taken and the investigation continues.

On July 19, 2019, officers of the El Dorado Springs Police Department, assisted by the Cedar County Sheriff’s Office and St. Clair County Sheriff’s K-9 Unit, served a search warrant at 310 West Spring after receiving information concerning illegal drug activity. The investigation led to the arrest of Heather M. Willmore,33, for the Probable Cause of Delivery of a Controlled Substance, Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Keeping and Maintaining a Public Nuisance. She was released pending a warrant.

On July 19, 2019, officers responded to 110 East Poplar concerning a domestic assault. A suspect has been identified, a report taken, and the investigation continues.

On July 19, 2019, officers responded to 217 West Spring concerning a reported larceny. The investigation revealed the theft of a red, Schwinn, 18 Speed bicycle, a red, white, and blue, Schwinn Beach Cruiser, and scrap metal. A report was taken and the investigation continues.

On July 19, 2019, officers arrested Lendia S. Dipman, 39, of Sedalia, MO, for an active El Dorado Springs Municipal Warrant charging her with Failure to Appear on the original charges of Driving While Revoked and Failure to Appear. She was released on bond pending a court appearance.

On July 20, 2019, officers responded to the 300 Block of East Spring concerning a theft from a motor vehicle. The investigation revealed the theft of a black, Apple iPhone 7 Plus, in a pink case. The phone was later recovered. A report was taken and the investigation continues.

On July 20, 2019, officers arrested Steven A. Caudill, II, for an active El Dorado Springs