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July 27, 2010 PRESS RELEASE On Friday, July 23rd at approx. 9:00 PM Officers were called to the Camden County Sheriff’s Department to meet with Judge Bruce Colyer regarding the theft of an election sign he had posted on Hwy. 54 Upon arrival, Officers learned that Judge Colyer had observed a female subject in the process of removing his sign and that she had attempted to leave the area in her vehicle but was delayed by the traffic signal at Hwy. 54 and Business Hwy. 5. Judge Colyer was able to identify her while she was sitting in her vehicle for the stop light. Both the victim and suspect proceeded to the Sheriff’s Department. The Officer took the information for the report and seized the campaign sign for evidence A theft report will be forwarded to the City Prosecuting Attorney for review for possible charges. |
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March 2, 2010 POLICE OFFICER I POSITION – CAMDENTON POLICE - Primary Assignment School Resource Officer, 40 Hours per week, excellent benefits including retirement. Entry level hourly wage $12.50 Applicant must be at least 21. Basic Law Enforcement course, POST certified, physical exam, drug screen and background check required. City of Camdenton participates in e-verify as a part of the Missouri Immigration Law. Application and full job descriptions available by contacting the Camdenton Police Dept. (573) 346-3604 or from the City website, www.camdentoncity.com = Job Opportunities. Applications accepted until position filled. EOE
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November 30, 2009 PRESS RELEASE On Friday morning, November 27th, Officers were conducting a foot-patrol at the request of Wal-Mart to assure an orderly and safe shopping experience for the large surge of customers expected on “Black Friday”. Before the sale began at 5:00 AM shoppers were advised by Officers numerous times that no pushing or shoving would be tolerated. Shortly after the sale started Officers noticed a female subject, later identified as 52 year old Debra L. Wagner of Camdenton, yelling and pushing a sales associate out of the way in order to obtain an item. As the Officer attempted to calm Wagner, she continued to yell loudly and began pushing other shoppers to the side. At that point Wagner was placed under arrest. As Officers were attempting to place handcuffs on her she began pulling away, still continuing to yell and scream. Wagner was transported to the Camden County Jail and given summons for Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest with a court appearance at Camdenton Municipal Court scheduled for January 7th, 2010 at 9:00 AM.
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November 4, 2009 PRESS RELEASE
On November 2nd at approx. 8:18 PM Officers with the Camdenton Police Department observed a 2001 Chevrolet Malibu being driven without headlights and stopped the vehicle for the violation. Officers made contact with the black male driver and observed two black male passengers in the vehicle. During the traffic stop Officers were informed by Camden County dispatchers that they had just received a report of armed robbery that had occurred nearby. As they received the information they noticed that the three suspects in the robbery fit the description of the three subjects in the Malibu. The three subjects were taken to Camden County Sheriff’s Department to be questioned about the incident. Officers observed a handgun lying under the rear of the driver’s seat that was seized as possible evidence. The victim, identified as 18 year old white male Jacob M. Strickland of Tunas, MO claimed three black males threatened him with a gun and took his money. The three black males are identified as 18 year old Evon M. Smith of Maryland Heights, MO, 19 year old Michael D. Tate of St. Louis, MO and 18 year old LaByron S. Jackson of St. Pierce, IL. Statements from the black males were considerably different. There was no money located however Officers did find approx. one pound of Marijuana in the Malibu. Officers learned that a fourth subject had been in the vehicle earlier, identified as a 18 year old white male Ryan R. Vansyoc of Camdenton, MO who put the black male subjects in contact with the Tunas man to purchase drugs. After being placed on a 24-hour hold, Smith, Tate, Jackson and Vansyoc were charged with Robbery first degree with $50,000.00 surety bond or $2,500.00 cash bond. Strickland was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance with the Intention of Distribution with a $100,000.00 surety bond or $6,000.00 cash bond.
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October 28, 2009 PRESS RELEASE On October 27th at approx. 5:25 PM Officers with the Camdenton Police Department responded to a one vehicle motor vehicle crash on East Hwy. 54 near the expressway off-ramp to South Hwy. 5
Upon arrival Officers discovered that a green 2002 Kia Spectra driven by 29 year old Andrew Reedy from Stoutland, MO had ran upon a concrete median knocking down several signs. The vehicle then traveled down an embankment and overturned. Reedy was transported to the Lake Regional Hospital where he was treated for injuries. He was issued a summons for Careless and Imprudent Driving. Investigation is pending and further charges may be issued.
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September 23, 2009 PRESS RELEASE
On September 19th at approx. 8:54 PM Officers with the Camdenton Police Department responded to a motor vehicle crash on E. Hwy. 54. Upon arrival Officers observed a 1989 Nissan with severe damage to the front of the vehicle resting against an electric pole. The vehicle appeared that it had traveled eastbound on Hwy. 54, ran off the right side of the road, crossed a driveway entrance and struck a pole, almost cutting the pole in half. The driver, identified as 42 year old Jack G. Trulove was transported to Lake Regional Hospital with injuries as well as two young children that had been riding in child safety seats in the backseat. Trulove was later issued a citation for Driving while Suspended. Investigation is continuing and additional charges may follow.
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August 4, 2009 PRESS RELEASE On June 27th at approx. 9:00 AM Camdenton Police Department initiated an investigation into missing money from the Subway sandwich shop located inside Wal-Mart. The district manager advised Police that four deposits totaling over $3500.00 were missing and could not be accounted for.
An employee, identified as 46 year old Linn Creek resident Cynthia D. Leck was found to be the person in charge of the money and the only employee with access to the safe. Leck had not returned to work and could not be contacted by investigators regarding the missing money.
Charges were referred to Camden County Prosecutor’s Office. On July 30th a warrant for Felony Stealing was issued by Camden County Associate Court. Leck was arrested on the warrant on August 1st by Camden County deputies and detained in the Camden County Jail. She was later released on a cash bond in the amount of $1250.00
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July 20, 2009 PRESS RELEASE On Thursday, July 16th at approx. 3:45 PM Officers with the Camdenton Police Department received information of a vehicle traveling in the area that had small children being transported in the truck of the car. Police located and stopped the vehicle shortly after receiving the information and met with the driver.
The driver was identified as 21 year old Cindy C. Feltner of Lebanon, MO. Feltner denied that there was anyone in the trunk. Police observed four other persons in the vehicle and a dog. Upon hearing a muffled noise coming from the trunk, the Officer asked the driver to open the trunk and found that three juvenile males were in the trunk.
Police found that Feltner and an adult male identified as 18 year old Dustin A. McDonald of Lebanon, Mo had told the three boys to get into the trunk after they had been swimming to be transported back to Lebanon. Police noted that the temperature was 82 degrees and very muggy. There was no access to the trunk from the backseat, making it a sealed compartment.
Both subjects were arrested and charged with Class C Felony Child Endangerment with bond set at $5,000.00 cash or surety.
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July 17, 2009 PRESS RELEASE
On July 10th at approx. 4:20 PM Officers with the Camdenton Police Department met with a 45 year old Montreal, MO woman who told Police that someone had taken her debit card without her consent and withdrew money from her bank account at an ATM in Camdenton.
Since the victim lived outside of Camdenton, the Camden County Sheriff’s Department was contacted and assisted in the investigation A video of the ATM transaction led Officers to identify 23 year old Mandy L. Sherbeyn of Camdenton as the person withdrawing the funds from the ATM machine. Upon meeting with Sherbeyn, Police learned that 20 year old Jami K. Schnack of Camdenton assisted in the theft. Sherbeyn had entered the victim’s home while she slept, removing the card from her purse. Both suspects then traveled to Camdenton to make the ATM transaction and then went back to the victim’s home and replaced the card.
On Wednesday, July 15th, Both females were arrested and placed in the Camden County Jail. Sherbeyn was charged with Felony Burglary 1st Degree, Felony Stealing of a Credit Card with bond of $10,000.00 surety and with a Probation Violation with bond of $2,500.00 surety. Schnack was charged with Felony Burglary 1st Degree and Felony Stealing of a Credit Card with bond of $10,000.00 surety.
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Press Release - July 15, 2009
On July 8th & 9th the Camdenton Police Department conducted its second installment of the 2009 Operation Safeway to combat aggressive driving. Officers targeted traffic violations that have been identified as contributing to aggressive driving and road rage incidents. A total of 23 warnings and 16 citations were issued during this operation.
During this operation, Officers spent considerable time on East Highway 54 at the new Expressway monitoring traffic due to the recent changes. Officers also targeted West Highway 54 due to complaints received about drivers driving in the center turn lane. City of Camdenton Ordinance Section 814.040 states that NO vehicle shall use the center turn lane for a lane of travel and that no vehicle may travel further than 50 feet in the center turn lane. If a vehicle is attempting to merge into traffic and cannot immediately merge, the vehicle should stop and wait to merge and should signal their intention to merge.
Officer Chris Williams stated that calls are received weekly regarding aggressive drivers. Many times the individuals do not realize that their driving habits are aggressive. Operation Safeway brings awareness to those drivers. The officers distribute a pamphlet to the drivers that includes a self-test for them to evaluate their driving habits. Officer Chris Williams stated that those who were stopped during the operation had a positive opinion of the program.
What is aggressive driving? Aggressive driving is defined as when "an individual commits a combination of moving traffic offenses so as to endanger other persons or property”.
What traffic violation can be considered aggressive? Passing on the right, speeding, following too close, careless and imprudent driving, failure to yield, driving in the center turn lane, improper lane changes and failure to stop at a stop sign or light are considered aggressive driving violations.
What causes aggressive driving? Crowded roads, road work, stress from other areas of life, dangerous driving attitudes and frustration can often contribute to someone being an aggressive driver.
What if another driver is being aggressive? If another driver is being aggressive, remember to keep your cool. You can pull over and allow them to pass, always avoid eye contact with them, and remember not to take it personally. Chances are that you aggressive driver is not trying to annoy you. Never try to speak to the aggressive driver, trying to do so may lead to a much more dangerous situation such as road rage. Road rage incidents can escalate to very violent situations within a few seconds. Instead of confronting the aggressive driver, you can get a description of the vehicle, to include the license plate and state of issuance, then report the driver to the local police or sheriff. You can also dial *55 from your cell phone to get the emergency line for the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
How do you avoid becoming an aggressive driver? You can help yourself to be a safe and courteous driver by learning to manage stress better, not driving when you are angry, and planning your route ahead of time. You should always treat other drivers as you want to be treated.
If you would like a free pamphlet on Aggressive Driving that includes a self-test, please stop by the Camdenton Police Department located at 437 West US Highway 54, Monday – Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm.
BUCKLE UP – ARRIVE ALIVE!
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July 8, 2009 PRESS RELEASE On June 22nd at approx 7:55 AM Officers with the Camdenton Police Department responded to a business on E. Hwy. 54 regarding the theft of a forklift. Upon arrival Officers learned that the stolen forklift had been located across the Hwy. and had been over-turned causing significant damage to the forklift. Having a basic description of the suspect from a nearby video system, Officers investigation led them to identify 18 year old James A. Martin from Rolla, Missouri as the suspect. Officers contacted and arrested Martin on July 7th. Martin was subsequently charged with Felony Stealing with $10,000.00 cash only bond. Officers are appreciative of the assistance several citizens gave during the investigation, helping the police identify the suspect and clear this crime.
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June 16, 2009 PRESS RELEASE Christopher M. Cervantez, the 41 year old Camdenton man that was missing has been located.
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June 15, 2009 PRESS RELEASE
On Saturday, June 14th Officers with the Camdenton Police Department were notified of a missing person. A family member contacted Police and stated that Chrisopher M. Cervantez, a 41 year old Camdenton man was missing. Christopher Cervantez is described as being 5’6, weighing 160 lbs. with brown eyes & brown curly hair. Family members state their concern as Cervantez needs medications daily. Cervantez was last seen on June 14th in Camdenton and family has not had contact with him since this date. Camdenton Police ask anyone that may have seen or have knowledge of the location of Cervantez to contact the Camdenton Police Department at 573-346-3604.
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April 27, 2009 PRESS RELEASE At 6:30 AM Camdenton Police responded to a report of a burglary at the Camdenton Medical Center located on N. Hwy. 5. When Officers arrived they found the rear door had been tampered with and the nearby window had been broken. Burglars also damaged the interior door and rifled thru several areas in the offices but did not gain access to the pharmacy.
Employees are doing a thorough inventory but at this point have not found anything missing. Officers believe this burglary was committed sometime between 4:00 PM on Sunday and 6:30 AM Monday when an employee arrived at the business. Citizens that may have seen a suspicious person or vehicle in the area during that time frame are requested to contact the Camdenton Police Department to speak with an Officer.
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PRESS RELEASE - April 14, 2009 Dogwood Parade Saturday 4/18/09 10am-noon For parade and traffic route click on the pdf File
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PRESS RELEASE - April 14, 2009
Buckle Up to Avoid a Ticket and Arrive Alive Nearly one in four Missourians still fail to regularly wear their seat belts when driving or riding in a motor vehicle.
Among those least likely to buckle up: young males, pickup truck drivers and their passengers, people who live in rural areas, and nighttime drivers.
Camdenton Police Department announced today they are joining with other law enforcement agencies across the state for an aggressive “Click It or Ticket” mobilization on April 15th. Officers will be cracking down on Missouri’s seat belt law violators in an effort to reduce highway fatalities.
Failure to regularly wear a seat belt can be deadly. In 2007, a driver in a Missouri traffic crash had a 1 in 32 chance of being killed if they were not wearing a seat belt. In cases where the driver wore a seat belt, their chance of being killed was 1 in 1,294.
Chief Laura Wright said regular seatbelt use is the single most effective way to protect people and reduce fatalities in motor vehicle crashes. For information on Missouri seat belt usage, visit www.saveMOlives.com . One life lost is ONE TOO MANY!
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February 10, 2009 Press Release
On Monday, February 9th at approx. 2:00 PM a 16 year old male student at the Camdenton High School was found to be in possession of two types of prescription medication by the Assistant Principal. The School Resource Officers investigated the incident and determined the pills to be Hydrocodone and Oxycodone. Officers advise no other students received any pills and all pills are accounted for. The juvenile student was transported to the Camden County Juvenile Center and charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance.
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February 04, 2009 PRESS RELEASE
Special Olympics Torch Run Shirts Have Arrived!
Officers with the Camdenton Police Department are selling Law Enforcement Torch Run T-Shirts that support the MO Special Olympics. This is the 13th year that the Camdenton Police Department has participated in the Torch Run Club. “Each year our department sets a goal to raise at least $1,000.00. Any law enforcement agency that raises over $1,000.00 a year becomes a member of the Torch Run Club. The following year that agency’s name will appear on the back of the T-Shirt as a member of the club,” stated Police Chief Laura Wright. This years T-Shirts are grey in color and are available in long sleeve or short sleeve. Short Sleeve shirts are $10 in sizes Small – 2XL and $15 in size 3XL. Long Sleeve shirts are $15 in sizes Small – 2XL. The Camdenton Police Department also participates in the Polar Bear Plunge, set for February 28th in Osage Beach. All donations and proceeds from these events go directly to the MO Special Olympics to offset expenses for the athletes who participate in the Special Olympics. If you are interested in purchasing a T-Shirt or donating to this great cause please contact Jerry or Melissa at 573-346-3604.
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January 13, 2009 PRESS RELEASE
On Tuesday, January 13th at approx. 9:35 AM Camdenton Police Officers responded to a vandalism report on Leonard North Street. Upon arrival, Officers met with the owner of a residence who showed Officers that her mailbox that had been knocked from its post during the previous night. While investigating the damage, Officers met with three other residents on the street that also had their mailboxes damaged. Officers completed an area canvas, speaking with residents on the street but no one had seen or heard anything during the night. |
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