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)

Law enforcement activities

The El Dorado Springs Police Department responded to 119 requests for assistance this past week, July 27 – Aug. 2. The requests were as follows:

Ambulance 11, Animal Control 10, Assist Other Agencies 21, All Escorts 0, Nuisance 0, All Other Requests for Assistance 80, Summons 2.

Animal Control

Anyone interested in adopting  animals from the City Pound should contact Officer Mendelsohn at 876-2313.

Found Property is available for viewing, Monday through Saturday, by appointment only. A detailed description of the property you’re wishing to view must be specified when making the appointment. Found Property is subject to disposal after 90 days based on value of the property if unclaimed by owner.

Police Report

On July 27, 2020, officers arrested Louis M. Stockdale, 28, of El Dorado Springs, on a Barton County Warrant, charging him with for Failure to Appear on the original charge of Tamper with a Motor Vehicle, with no bond. He was transported to the Barton County Jail pending a court appearance.

On July 27, 2020, officers responded to 115 West Joe Davis concerning a reported Burglary. The investigation resulted in the theft of food and other items. A report taken and the investigation continues.

On July 27, 2020, officers arrested Garrett K. Jones, 26, of El Dorado Springs, for a Lamar Municipal Court Warrant, charging him with Fail to Appear on the original charge of a Non-Moving Traffic Violation with a $1026-00 cash bond. He was transported to the Barton County Jail pending a court appearance.

On July 28, 2020, officers responded to 600 South Kirkpatrick concerning a reported assault. A suspect has been identified and the investigation continues.

On July 30, 2020, officers responded to a delayed report of a Burglary that occurred at 226 West Poplar. The investigation revealed the theft of a 4” Dewalt Grinder, a 20 volt cordless hammer drill, a 20 volt cordless Dewalt power drill, two Dewalt chargers, a 1/2” drive ratchet, a 3/8” drive ratchet, a 1/4” drive ratchet, several associated sockets, a three tier Dewalt rolling toolbox, filled with screwdrivers and punches, a 25’ Milwaukee tape measure, a 35’ Milwaukee tap measure, a Dewalt belt sander, a Skil hand held sander, a Husky tool bag with adjustable wrenches and channel grips, as well as several associated nuts, bolts and washers, electrical fittings, a couple of hammers and several pry bars. A report taken and the investigation continues.

On July 30, 2020, officers arrested William E. Soban, 35 of El Dorado Springs, for a Cedar County Warrant charging him with Possession of a Controlled Substance, Resisting Detention, Tampering with Physical Evidence and Driving While Revoked. He was transferred to the Cedar County Jail pending bond and a court appearance.

On July 30, 2020, officers arrested Gary T. Koski, 33, of El Dorado Springs, for an El Dorado Springs Municipal Warrant, charging him with Driving While Revoked with $325.50 bond. He was transferred to the Cedar County Jail pending bond and court appearance.

On July 31, 2020, officers responded to 324 West Lafayette concerning a reported Larceny. The investigation revealed the theft of a Game Camera and 4 large bags of Shrimp. A report taken and the investigation continues.

On August 1, 2020 Officers responded to 710 East Marshall, concerning a reported Burglary. The investigation revealed the theft of a silver case with hand tools, a white box with a name label of the owners name containing a “Dead pool” costume, box containing an Iron man mask, two boxes of .38 and .357 ammo respectively, a revolver holster and a Taurus firearm manual, two guitars. The investigation resulted in the arrest of Veronica B. Roberts, 19, of El Dorado Springs, for the probable cause of Burglary, Possession of a controlled substance, and Stealing. Officers applied for and received a Cedar County Warrant charging her with Burglary 2nd Degree, Stealing $750 or more, and Possession of Controlled Substance except 35 grams or less of Marijuana with a $5000.00 bond. She was transferred to the Cedar County Jail pending bond and a court appearance.

On August 2, 2020, officers responded to 510 East Thompson concerning a reported Larceny. The investigation revealed the theft of decorative rocks, pieces of drift wood, some glass jars, a boys bicycle and a bow flex. A report taken and the investigation continues.

The department received a total of 122 requests for service.

Anyone with information concerning an investigation is encouraged to call the El Dorado Springs Police Department at 417-876-TIPS.