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 98 requests for assistance this past week, Oct. 5-11. The requests were as follows:

Ambulance Assists 7, Animal Control 8, Assist Other Agencies 23, All Escorts 0, Nuisance 2, All Other Requests for Assistance 79, Summons 12.

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 October 4, 2020, officers arrested William A Hunt, 48, of El Dorado Springs, for the probable cause of Driving While Revoked.  Mr. Hunt was released on summons pending a court appearance.

On October 5, 2020, officers responded to a reported larceny from a motor vehicle at 107 East Pine. The investigation revealed the theft of two, Berretta, Model 390 ST, 12 gauge shotguns. A report taken and the investigation continues.

On October 5, 2020, officers responded to 809 South Jackson for a reported larceny. The investigation revealed the theft of an American Flag and six small solar lights that flashed different colors. A report taken and the investigation continues.

On October 5, 2020, officers arrested Robert A. Cheatwood, 54, of El Dorado Springs, for the probable cause of Possession of Marijuana.  He was released on summons pending a court appearance.

On October 6, 2020, officers responded to 121 West Marshall for a reported larceny. The investigation revealed the theft of a 5’ tall decorative wagon wheel. A report taken and the investigation continues.

On October 6, 2020, officers arrested David B Keen, 35, of El Dorado Springs, for the probable cause of Driving While Intoxicated and other traffic violations. He was released on summonses pending a court appearance.

On October 7, 2020, officers arrested Stanley R. Boyd, 20, of El Dorado Springs, for a Vernon County Warrant, charging him with Domestic Assault with no bond. He was transferred to the Vernon County Jail pending a court appearance.

On October 7, 2020, officers responded to 312 West U.S. 54 Highway, Woods Supermarket concerning an attempted larceny. A report taken and the investigation continues.

On October 7, 2020, officers arrested Robin A Lawson, 46, of El Dorado Springs, for the probable cause of Driving While Revoked and Failure to Stop at a Point nearest the intersection. She was released on summonses pending a court appearance.

On October 8, 2020 officers responded to 212 North Kirkpatrick concerning a reported burglary.  The investigation revealed forced entry through the door of a small shed and the theft of a small chain saw and a container of gasoline. A report taken and the investigation continues.

On October 9, 2020, officers responded to 1103 South Jackson Street concerning a reported disturbance. A suspect has been identified, report taken and the investigation continues.

On October 10, 2020, officers responded to 200 McCrary Circle, apartment 33, concerning a reported trespassing. The investigation resulted in the arrests of Brandee G Lawson, 43, of El Dorado Springs for Greene County Warrant, for Failure to Appear on the original charge of Forgery with a $1500.00 bond and Diamond L. Marshall, 22, of El Dorado Springs, for an El Dorado Springs Municipal Warrant for Failure to Appear on the original charges of Trespassing and Possession of Paraphernalia with a $632.50 bond.  Lawson was transported to the Cedar County Jail pending extradition to Greene County.  Marshall was release on recognizance pending a court appearance.

On October 11, 2020, officers arrested Marvin L. Cox, 37, of El Dorado Springs, for the probable cause of Driving While Suspended. He was released on summons pending a court appearance.

On October 11, 2020, officers responded to the 200 block East U.S. 54 Highway, concerning a Domestic Assault. A report taken and the investigation continues

On October 11, 2020, officers arrested Robby Stafford, 38, of El Dorado Springs, for El Dorado Springs Municipal Warrants, charging him with Failure to Appear on Traffic Violations with a $403.50 bond.  He was released on recognizance pending a court appearance.

The department received a total of 119 requests for service.

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

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.