ST. CLAIR COUNTY SHERIFF

Sheriff Scott Keeler reported deputies made four arrests and took multiple reports during the weeks of December 15, 2020 through December 21, 2020.

Arrests

Shawna Brzuchalski – On December 15, Shawna Brzuchalski, 39, Clinton, was arrested for two Felony charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams or Less of Marijuana/Synthetic Cannabinoid. The bond was set at $25,000 cash or surety.

The arrest was made after a St. Clair County deputy approached the vehicle that Shawna was the passenger of, at a store in Lowry City, in response to the odor of illegal substances. Upon making contact with Shawna, the deputy informed her of said odor, and asked if anything illegal was in the vehicle. Shawna gave the deputy a small baggy containing marijuana, and stated nothing else illegal was in the vehicle.

During a probable cause search of Shawna and the vehicle she was a passenger of, St. Clair County deputies found a .380 pistol, multiple containers of marijuana seeds, a small glass pipe containing a white residue, three pill capsules containing a liquid substance, and multiple bags containing a crystal substance, weighing a total of 10.88 grams, that field tested positive for methamphetamine, and approximately 99 grams of marijuana total. The pipe, the pill capsules, and multiple bags containing a crystal substance, all field tested positive for methamphetamine.

Robert Nuanmanee – On December 15, Robert Nuanmanee, California, was arrested for two Felony charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams or Less of Marijuana/Synthetic Cannabinoid, and a Felony charge of Unlawful Use of Weapon – Subsection 11 – Possess Weapon and a Felony Controlled Substance. The bond was set at $20,000 cash or surety.

The arrest was made after a St. Clair County deputy approached the vehicle that Robert was the driver of, at a store in Lowry City, in response to the odor of illegal substances. Upon making contact with the passenger, Shawna Brzuchalski, the deputy informed her of said odor, and asked if anything illegal was in the vehicle. Shawna gave the deputy a small bag containing marijuana, and stated nothing else illegal was in the vehicle.

During a probable cause search of Robert and the vehicle he was the driver of, St. Clair County deputies found a .380 pistol, multiple containers of marijuana seeds, a small glass pipe containing a white residue, three pill capsules containing a liquid substance, and multiple bags containing a crystal substance, weighing a total of 10.88 grams, that field tested positive for methamphetamine, and approximately 99 grams of marijuana total. The pipe, the pill capsules, and multiple bags containing a crystal substance, all field tested positive for methamphetamine.

Deidra Muenks – On December 17, Deidra Muenks, 33, Springfield, was arrested on a St. Clair County Warrant for a Felony charge of Possession of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams or Less of Marijuana/Synthetic Cannabinoid, and a Felony charge of Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. The bond was set at $10,000.00 cash or surety.

Louis Johnson – On December 19, Louis Johnson, 37, Kansas City, was arrested on a Felony charge for DWI- Chronic. Louis was booked and released pending formal charges.

The arrest was made after a St. Clair County deputy performed a traffic stop on the vehicle Louis was the driver of, for a speeding violation. Upon making contact with Louis, the deputy could smell the odor of intoxicants coming from him. Louis failed the field sobriety test, and refused to a chemical test of his breath.

Darnell Bowden – On December 21, Darnell Bowden, 28, Kansas City, was arrested on a Felony Warrant for Driving While Revoked/Suspended. The bond was set for $5,000 cash only.

The original arrest was made when a St. Clair County deputy investigated a suspicious vehicle parked in Collins. Upon making contact with the occupants, the driver, Darnell Bowden, was asked to step out of the vehicle to speak with the deputy. Investigation into Darnell’s information revealed that he had a suspended license, and a history of multiple driving while revoked convictions.

Property Damage in Collins

On December 21, a St. Clair County deputy responded to Highway 54 in Collins in regards to property damage. Upon arrival, the deputy met with Kevin Hollaway, who reported that when he checked on his vehicle during the evening, he noticed that his car had a flat tire and the valve stem had been removed. Kevin stated he was concerned about the possibility of something being placed in his gas tank, so he plans to have a mechanic look at the car. Suspects were named, and photographs alongside a report were taken by the deputy.

Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Sheriff Scott Keeler reported deputies made nine arrests and took multiple reports during the weeks of December 22, 2020 through December 28, 2020                                                             

Arrests

Blake Evans – On December 22, Blake Evans, 27, Lake Ozark, was arrested on two St. Clair County warrants, and two Missouri Highway Patrol warrants. The first was a St. Clair County Misdemeanor warrant for DWI – Prior. The second was a St. Clair County Misdemeanor warrant for Driving While Revoked/Suspended – 1st Offense. The third and fourth warrants were Missouri Highway Patrol Misdemeanor warrants for failure to appear. The total bond for all warrants was set at $12,500.00 cash or surety.

The arrest was made after a St. Clair County deputy observed the vehicle Blake was the driver of, parked underneath the MO-13 underpass on US-54 Highway. Upon making contact with Blake, the deputy noted a strong odor of intoxicants coming from him. Further investigation noted the multiple Missouri Highway Patrol warrants, and during an interview at the Sheriff’s Office, Blake did admit to drinking before driving the vehicle.

Flint Greer – On December 22, Flint Greer, 31, Stockton, was arrested on two St. Clair County warrants for Failure to Appear. The first warrant was for a Felony charge for Possession of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams or Less of Marijuana/Synthetic Cannibinoid, a Misdemeanor charge for Unlawful Possesison of Drug Paraphernalia – Prior Drug Offense, a Misdemeanor charge for Trespass – 1st Degree, and a Misdemeanor charge for Harrassment – 2nd Degree. The second warrant was for a Felony charge for Possession of Protected Species of Wildlife. The total bond was set at $11,500.00 cash or surety.

The original arrest was made after a St. Clair County deputies responded to a call for service in regards to Trespassing in Collins. Upon arrival, the deputies made contact with Virgie Greer, who reported that Flint had come on the property and made threats to harm the people living there. Upon making contact with Flint, he admitted to having hawk feet in his property, and an investigation of his property revealed two pipes and two syringes, that Flint admitted to being his.

Mary Sheer – On December 22, Mary Scheer, 51, Appleton City, was arrested on a Misdemeanor Charge for Domestic Assault. Mary was booked and released pending formal charges.

The arrest was made after a St. Clair County deputy was dispatched to Appleton City in regards to a possible domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with Paul Rotert, who reported that after picking up Mary Scheer for the holidays, Mary had threatened to damage property, began to yell, and scratched Paul’s face. Mary was taken into custody at this time, and photographs were taken of Paul’s face.

Matthew Rapp – On December 23, Matthew Rapp, 44, Schell City, was arrested on a St. Clair County Felony warrant for Non-Support – Total Arrears In Excess Of 12 Monthly Payments Due Under Order of Support, after turning himself in at the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office. The bond was set at $1,000.00 cash surety.

Cristan Harris – On December 23, Cristan Harris, 38, Lowry City, was arrested on a Felony charge for Tampering with a Witness in a Felony Prosecution. Cristan was held on a 24 hour hold and released pending formal charges.

The arrest was made after St. Clair County deputies received information that Cristan was threatening a witness into delivering a notarized falsified statement in regards to a Felony prosecution. Screenshots of the messages were taken by St. Clair County deputies.

Justin Baker – On December 23, Justin Baker, 17, Lowry City, was arrested on a Felony charge for Tampering with a Motor Vehicle -2nd Degree. Justin was booked and released pending formal charges.

The arrest was made after Justin was identified as a passenger a stolen vehicle involved in evading law enforcement, and striking law enforcement vehicles. During conversation with a deputy, Justin stated that he was aware they didn’t have permission to take the vehicle, yet did so anyways.

Vanity Wester – On December 24, Vanity Wesker, 23, Kansas City, was arrested on a St. Clair County warrant for a Felony charge of Possession of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams or Less of Marijuana/Synthetic Cannabinoid, and a Misdemeanor charge of Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Prior Drug Offense. The bond was set at $15,000 cash or surety.

The arrest was made after a St. Clair County deputy performed a traffic stop on a vehicle that Vanity was a passenger in, for an equipment violation, and a lane violation. Upon making contact with the driver, John Soto, the deputy noticed both the driver and the passenger, Vanity, were unable to make eye contact, and were shaking uncontrollably. After the deputy was given verbal consent to search the vehicle, the investigation revealed four syringes, a cigar containing marijuana, and a clear SD card container with crystal residue inside of it, that field tested positive for methamphetamine. Vanity admitted to all of the illegal contraband being hers, and was taken into custody at that time.

Sabastion Thomas – On December 25, Sabastion Thomas, 18, Twin Oaks Harbor, was arrested on a St. Clair County Warrant for a Felony charge for Assault – 2nd Degree – Special Victim, a Felony charge for Tampering with a Motor Vehicle – 1st Degree, and a Felony charge for Resisting Arrest/Detention/Stop By Fleeing – Creating Substantial Risk of Serious Injury/Death to Any Person. The bond was set at $25,000.00 cash or surety.

The warrant was issued after a St. Clair County deputy attempted to stop the vehicle Sabastion was the driver of, in regards to a speeding violation. Sabastion failed to yield to the deputy, and proceeded to drive over 100 mph, and pulled into Osceola. The pursuit continued through Osceola Housing, Harper, Iconium, and eventually Twin Oaks Harbor. During the pursuit,

Sabastion struck two St. Clair County patrol vehicles in an attempt to flee, and eventually ended up striking a tree in Twin Oaks Harbor. Thomas fled the vehicle on foot, and was reported to be hiding out in the woods until he turned himself in to the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office.

Burglary on NE 866 Road

On December 23, a St. Clair County deputy responded to a call for service to NE 866 Road in reference to a burglary. Upon arrival, the deputy made contact with Marcia Collins, who reported that the door to the side of her garage was open, and that five metal torches had been stolen. The door had scrape marks around the handle and frame. The deputy took a report alongside photographs of the scene. The torches were valued at $70.00 total.

Structure Fire in Lowry City

On December 27, a St. Clair County deputy responded to a call for service in reference to a structure fire on NW 101 Road. Upon arriving on scene, the deputy made contact with Lowry City Fire Chief Justin Norris, who reported that there was a trail of an unidentified accelerant that was used to light the house fire. A suspect was named, and photographs of the area were taken alongside the report.

Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Sheriff Keeler urges those with any related information to these cases or any others to contact the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office Tip Line, 417-646-5832, or email to tips@scsomo.org.