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 116 requests for assistance this past week, March  1-7. The requests were as follows:

Ambulance Assists 16, Animal Control 14, Assist Other Agencies 21, All Escorts 0, Nuisance 5, All Other Requests for Assistance 58, Summons 6.

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 March 1, 2021 officers responded to 305 West Hickory concerning a reported burglary. The investigation revealed the theft of a toilet. A report taken and the investigation continues.

On March 1, 2021 officers responded to 301 North Grand concerning a reported larceny. The investigation revealed the theft of money and a cell phone. A repot taken and the investigation continues.

On March 1, 2021 officers responded to 1300 South First Street concerning a reported larceny from a motor vehicle. The investigation revealed the theft of a debit card from a motor vehicle. The investigation resulted in the arrest of Korey L Wegner, 34, of El Dorado Springs, for the probable cause of Stealing and Tampering. He was released on summonses pending a court appearance.

On March 2, 2021, officers arrested Corey D. Martin, 45, of El Dorado Springs, for the probable cause of Fugitive from out of State Justice for a Bentonville, Arkansas Warrant charging him with Dangerous Drugs with no bond. Officer completed a probable cause state for the charge.  Martin was transported to Cedar County Jail pending a court appearance.

On March 2, 2021, officers arrested Shane E. Hicks, 22, of El Dorado Springs for three Bates County Warrants, charging him with Failure to Display Plates on Motor Vehicle, Owner/Operate motor vehicle without maintaining financial responsibility and Failure to Appear on the original charges of Driving While Revoked with a $700.00 bond. Hicks was transported to the Cedar County Jail pending a court appearance.

On March 2, 2021, officers arrested Shelby M Wilson, 23, of Adbury, for a Barry County Warrant for Failure to Appear on the original charges of Driving Under the Influence of Liquor with a $505.00 cash bond. She was transported to the Cedar County Jail pending bond and a court appearance.

On March 3, 2021 officers responded to 117 West Poplar concerning a reported burglary. The investigation revealed the theft of a black powder pistol. A report taken and the investigation continues.

On March 3, 2021 officers responded to 204 North Main, suite B, Healy PC, concerning a reported of property damage.  The investigation revealed damage to a large window.  A juvenile suspect was identified and referred to the Juvenile Office.

On March 4, 2021 officers arrested John R. Herndon Jr., 23, of El Dorado Springs, for a Cedar County Warrant charging him with Probation Violation on the original charge of Resisting an Officer with no bond. He was transported to the Cedar County Jail pending a court appearance.

On March 4, 2021 officers arrested Gerald L Deeser, 40, of El Dorado Springs for the probable cause of Driving While Suspended.  He was released on summons pending a court appearance.

On March 7, 2021 officers arrested Brandon J. Marriott, 37, of El Dorado Springs for an El Dorado Springs Municipal Court Warrant, charging him with Failure to Appear on the original charges of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Marijuana and Trespassing with a $1270.00 bond. He was transported to the Cedar County Jail pending a court appearance.

On March 7, 2021, officer responded to 507 South Summer Street concerning a reported structure fire. The El Dorado Springs Fire Department arrived and extinguished the fire. Officers located evidence of Arson.  A report was taken and the investigation continues.

The department received a total of 116 requests for service.