ST. CLAIR COUNTY SHERIFF

The Complete St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office News Release April 9, 2024 through April 15, 2024

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Arrests and Reports

Sheriff Lee Hilty reported deputies made arrests and took multiple reports during the week of April 9, 2024 through April 15, 2024

April 9, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies arrested Dennis Woody on a St. Clair County warrant for Non-Support. Bond is $1,000 cash only.

April 9, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to MO 13, Lowry City, for a report of theft. Equipment and supplies were stolen from a business. Investigation is ongoing.

April 9, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Northeast MO 13, Osceola, for a report of theft. Board bill was not satisfied when the suspect left. Investigation is ongoing.

April 10, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to South 16th Street, Collins, for a report of trespassing.

April 10, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to East 3rd Street, Lowry City, for a domestic disturbance. No physical evidence of a domestic. Report was taken.

April 10, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to South 16th Street, Collins, for a report of trespassing. Deputies arrested Michael Gerlt for Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Michael is being charged with Trespass-1st Degree, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia-Prior Drug Offense, Possession of a Controlled Substance. Update On April 11, 2024 Michael Gerlt was served a warrant. Bond is $20,000 cash/surety.

April 11, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Crows Crossing on Northbound 13 Highway for a vehicle parked in the turning lane. Upon investigating the vehicle, the driver was not located and the passenger was asleep. After running the passenger, St. Clair County deputies arrested Kevin Thornburg on a Benton County warrant. Vehicle was pushed off the roadway until the driver was able to retrieve the vehicle.

April 11, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies arrested Pauline Carneal at the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office on a St. Clair County warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance.  Bond is $20,000 cash surety.

April 11, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Libby Street, Osceola, concerning paper service and a subject with a possible warrant. St. Clair County Deputies arrested Glen Woods on a Pennsylvania State Parole warrant. No bond.

April 12, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Northwest 100 Road, Osceola, for an ex-parte violation. Victor Garrett Sr was arrested and charged with Violation of Order of Protection for Adult- 2nd Offense.

April 12, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Northeast 1030 Road, Osceola, for a check well-being. Deputies found the subject unresponsive and deceased. Coroner took possession and the family was notified.

April 13, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Northeast 82 Highway, Osceola, for a subject trespassing. Subject was notified not to trespass.

April 15, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies conducted a traffic stop on 13 Highway. Stop resulted in the arrest of Yusuf Sulaiman for three warrants out of Wright County. Yusuf was transported to the St. Clair County Jail.

April 15, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Northeast 961 Road, Lowry City, for a report of theft. Item stolen was a phone. Angelyna Baker was arrested and charged with Stealing-$750 or More.

April 15, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Southbound 13 Highway. Stop resulted in the arrest of Rebecca Cooke for five warrants out of Cass County. Rebecca was transported to the St. Clair County Jail.

April 15, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Southbound 13 Highway. Stop resulted in the arrest of Terry Claypool on a St. Clair County warrant for Failure to Appear- Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (20-25 Mph Over). Bond is $190 cash only.

April 15, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies arrested Madison Ray at the Barton County Jail on a St. Clair County warrant for Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Bond is $10,000 cash surety.

April 15, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Missouri Business 13, Osceola, for a walk-in regarding a juvenile incident. Information was taken and referred to another Agency.

Arrests and Reports

Sheriff Lee Hilty reported deputies made arrests and took multiple reports during the week of April 16, 2024 through April 22, 2024

April 17, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies arrested Melissa Jeter at the Jackson County Jail on a St. Clair County warrant for Possession of Controlled Substance. Bond is $7,500 cash surety.

April 18, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies read Jennifer James a warrant at the St. Clair County Jail for Possession of Controlled Substance. Bond is $25,000 cash surety.

April 18, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies arrested Joseph Green at the St.Clair County Sheriff’s Office on a St. Clair County warrant for Possession of Controlled Substance. Bond is $5,000 cash surety.

April 18, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies conducted a traffic stop on H Highway south of O Highway. The stop resulted in the arrest of Chasity Shouse on a St. Clair County warrant for Failure to Appear-Driver/Front Seat Passenger Fail to Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt. Bond is $10 cash only.

April 19, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to South 13 Highway, Lowry City, for a report of stealing. Investigation is ongoing.

April 19, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Southeast 900 Road, Collins, for a report of stealing. Items stolen include a 55” Smart TV, black Playstation 4, Playstation 4 games, (2) black Playstation Controllers and (1) blue Playstation controller, Red and Blue Nintendo Switch, 410 hunting rifle, and other miscellaneous items. Investigation is ongoing.

April 19, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Sugar Maple Road, Roscoe, for a domestic disturbance. Zelora Arduser was arrested and charged with Assault-3rd Degree-Special Victim.

April 19, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Southwest 131 Road, Osceola, for a report of a domestic. Report was taken.

April 20, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to East 3rd Street, Appleton City, for property damage. Black paint was splattered onto the vehicles. Report was taken. **Update** Reporting party called in and informed that when he took vehicles to the car wash and paint came off.

April 20, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies received a call in regards to fraudulent use of a debit/credit card. Suspect is wanted for questioning. Investigation is ongoing.

April 20, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Goodrich Drive, Osceola, for a check of well-being. Deputies found two juveniles home alone. Call was hotlined and a report was taken.

April 20, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Private Drive, Lowry City, for a report of trespassing and property damage. Water lines and electric wires were damaged. Report taken and investigation is ongoing.

April 21, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies assisted another agency at the Schell Osage area.

April 21, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Truman Road, Osceola, for a report of assault. Investigation is ongoing.

April 21, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Chestnut and 4th Street, Osceola, for a subject with a warrant. Deputies arrested Courtney Eckard on a Camden County warrant.

April 21, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Northbound 13 Highway and Southeast 1150 Road for an abandoned vehicle. Highway Patrol tagged as abandoned on April 16th. Vehicle was towed.

April 21, 2024- St. Clair County Deputies responded to Southeast 475 Road, Collins, for a report of domestic disturbance. Report was taken and a juvenile referral was sent to the juvenile office.