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October 24, 2008 Press Release Attention Ghosts and Goblins...Halloween is just around the corner! DARE Officer Jerry Kempen would like to encourage everyone to be cautious during Halloween activities this year! Here are a few guidelines to follow to ensure your child’s safety: § Help your child pick out or make a costume that will be safe. Make sure that the costume is flame resistant, the eye holes should be large enough for good vision, and it should not drag the ground. § Feeding the kid’s dinner will make them less likely to eat the candy they collect before you have a chance to check it for them. When in doubt, throw it out! § Always make sure that your kids have adult supervision when Trick or Treating. § Always make sure that everyone walking has some reflective tape or a vest on at ALL times. § Always carry a flashlight or glow stick. § Stay in familiar neighborhoods, and make sure that the homes are well lit. § If you have jack-o-lanterns on your porch with candles in them, make sure that they are far enough out of the way so that costumes won't accidentally be set on fire. § Make sure that if your child is carrying a prop, such as a pitchfork, that the tips are smooth and flexible enough so that it would not cause injury if fallen on. § Teaching your kids everyday safety such as not talking to strangers, watching both ways before crossing streets and crossing when the lights tell you to, will help make them safer when they are out Trick or Treating. § If there is no sidewalk, walk on the left side of the road facing traffic. § Walk, never run. § Stay away from animals you don't know. Some dogs and other household animals can be very protective of their owner’s property. § DO NOT ENTER ANY HOUSE OR APARTMENT WITHOUT YOUR ADULT SUPERVISOR! In an effort to increase safety on Halloween, the Camdenton Police Department will be giving away 1 FREE glow stick per person. There are a limited amount of glow sticks available at the Camdenton Police Department, 437 West U.S. Highway 54, during regular business hours (Monday – Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm). The glow sticks will be distributed on a first come, first served basis. Have a SAFE and HAPPY HALLOWEEN! |
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October 9, 2008 PRESS RELEASE On Friday, October 3rd at approx. 9:36 PM Officers responded to a medical call at the Camdenton School Campus and observed a 16 year old juvenile male that had lacerations and bruising to the facial area. Personnel with the Camdenton Fire Department provided medical treatment until St. Johns Ambulance arrived to transport the subject to Lake Regional Hospital. Before being transported, the 16 year and witnesses advised Officers that a 15 year old juvenile male had struck him repeatedly in the face. During the next several days Officers conducted an extensive investigation, meeting with numerous witnesses. Officers found that during the football game, both parties had argued back and forth, taunting each other. The confrontation occurred shortly after the football game had ended. Juvenile referrals requesting charges of ASSAULT for the 15 year old male and PEACE DISTURBANCE for the 16 year old male have been forwarded to the Camden County Juvenile Center. |
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October 6, 2008 PRESS RELEASE On Monday, October 6, 2008 at approx.12:00 PM Officers with the Camdenton Police Department responded to the area of N. Hwy. 5 near Casey’s General Store in reference to a pedestrian accident. Upon arrival, Officers observed a 50 year old Camdenton man lying in the roadway that had apparently been struck by a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer. Officers spoke to the driver of the Trailblazer, a 37 year old Camdenton woman, who advised she did not see the male subject crossing the road and struck him as she was turning left, exiting the Casey’s parking lot. The injured male told Officers that he had not seen the vehicle when he attempted to cross Hwy. 5 on foot and was then struck by the vehicle. The male subject was transported by St. John’s Ambulance for multiple injuries sustained in the accident.
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September 16, 2008 PRESS RELEASE
On September 11th at approx. 3:45 PM the Camdenton Police Department investigated a alleged sexual assault. Officers learned that a 30 year old black male from Camdenton, identified as Eric J. Williams allegedly had sexual intercourse with a female juvenile. Further investigation revealed a second female juvenile had been involved in a sexual contact with Williams. Eric J. Williams is currently incarcerated at the Camden County Jail for three counts of Statutory Rape and two counts of Statutory Sodomy. Bond was set at $100,000.00
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September 16, 2008 PRESS RELEASE
On Thursday, September 11th at approx. 11:00 PM Officers with the Camdenton Police Department responded to an alarm going off at US Cellular. The alarm showed front door motion. The initial investigation revealed that all doors and windows were secure. Upon entering the business with the manager, Officers observed several cabinets and drawers had been rummaged through and pry marks on one filing cabinet. The manager was still checking inventory to determine if anything was missing. Further investigation leads Officers to believe that a pry tool was used to gain entry. On Friday, September 12th at approx. 7:40 AM Officers with the Camdenton Police Department responded to a burglary at AT&T. Both businesses are in close vicinity to each other leading Officers to believe the same subject may have committed both crimes. Upon arrival it appeared entry was gained by prying open the front door. The manager reported cash had been taken and was still checking inventory to determine if anything else was missing. Investigation is continuing.
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September 15, 2008 PRESS RELEASE
Camdenton Police Department Urges Parents and Caregivers to Get Their Car Seats Inspected
Camdenton, MO – Three out of four car seats are improperly installed in vehicles according to research by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That’s why the Camdenton Police Department is urging all parents and caregivers to attend a car seat check-up event to ensure their child’s safety when riding in a motor vehicle. As part of National Child Passenger Safety Week (September 21-27) the Camdenton Police Department will have certified technicians available to provide FREE on-site car seat inspections from 12 pm to 2 pm at the Mid-County Fire Protection District Headquarters, 184 North Highway 5 in Camdenton. “It’s the responsibility of every parent and caregiver out there to make sure their children are safely restrained – every trip, every time,” said Melissa Stradt, Child Passenger Safety Instructor with the Camdenton Police Department. “We are urging everyone to get their car seats inspected. When it comes to the safety of a child, there is no room for mistakes.”
According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration research, 8,325 lives of children under age 5 have been saved by the proper use of child restraints during the past 30 years. In 2006, among children under 5, an estimated 425 lives were saved by child restraint use. Research shows that child restraints provide the best protection for all children up to age 8; after age 8 seat belts provide the best protection.
For maximum child passenger safety, Melissa Stradt said parents and caregivers should refer to the following 4 Steps for Kids guidelines for determining which restraint system is best suited to protect children based on age and size:
For more information on Child Passenger Safety Week, a national effort to remind parents and caregivers of the lifesaving effect child safety seats have in protecting young children, please visit www.nhtsa.gov.
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July 22, 2008 PRESS RELEASE
On Friday, July 18th at approx. 6:35 PM Police responded to a local retail store in reference to a property damage incident. Upon arrival Police met with a store manager and shoppers who identified a white male subject that had urinated into the freezer that was located in a food isle. The shoppers, who had a small child with them, had witnessed this incident. Officers did observe and identify urine in the area.
Officers met with the male subject, later identified as 18 year old Jason R. Miller of Lenexa, Kansas. Miller was arrested and transported to the Camden County Jail where he was placed on a 24-hour hold. He was later charged by the Camden County Prosecutor with SEXUAL MISCONDUCT 2ND DEGREE with a $6,000.00 cash bond and a $10,000.00 surety bond.
The store immediately took corrective action. All merchandise in the area where the incident occurred was destroyed and store personnel washed and sanitized all coolers, shelves and areas impacted by the incident pursuant to guidelines from Quality Assurance representatives.
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July 1, 2008 PRESS RELEASE
The Camdenton Police Department Cracks Down on Impaired Drivers You Drink & Drive. You Lose.
Camdenton Police Department, Missouri – You Drink and Drive. You Lose. Law enforcement officers across Missouri will be cracking down on drunk driving with increased enforcement July 3rd through 7th. The Camdenton Police Department will be participating in this effort. “It’s never worth the risk to drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Drivers could lose their license, pay large fines, or worst of all, cause a tragic loss of life,” said Chief Wright. In 2006, 273 people died in more than 7,900 alcohol-related traffic crashes, resulting in a death or injury every 1.6 hours. For more information on impaired driving, visit www.saveMOlives.com
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PRESS RELEASE – June 30, 2008
11th Annual Operation Safe Way July 7-8 and August 5-7, 2008
Camdenton Police Department is pleased to announce dates for their 11th Annual “Operation Safe Way” Campaign. “Operation Safe Way” will begin on July 7th through July 8th and again on August 5th and 7th. Typical aggressive driving violations include: speeding, changing lanes when it is not safe to do so, passing on the right, accelerating through a yellow light, failure to use turn signals, improper use of the center turn lane, and failure to stop at a stop sign. Aggressive driving often leads to “Road Rage” incidents, that can escalate to very violent situations.
Two specially marked patrol cars will patrol the city, looking for drivers who are driving aggressively. The officers will conduct a traffic stop and explain to the driver why their driving habits can be classified as “aggressive”. The driver will receive an aggressive driving pamphlet, a violation summary sheet, a self-driving evaluation form and information on seatbelt usage. The officer will either issue the driver a summons or written warning for the violation they committed.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is providing a speed trailer for “Operation Safeway”. The trailer will display the speed that the vehicle is traveling. “I encourage all drivers to drive with the highest degree of care every time they get into a vehicle, regardless if they are going 1 mile to the grocery store or 100 miles on a road trip!” stated Officer Chris Williams. In Missouri between Memorial Day and Labor Day 2007, 285 people were killed and 2,286 were injured in motor vehicle crashes. 70 percent of those killed were not wearing a seat belt; 38 percent of those killed were involved in a crash where speed was a contributing factor. (Statistics provided by MODOT). Free informational pamphlets are available to drivers at the Camdenton Police Department, 437 West US Highway 54, during normal business hours Monday – Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm.
REMEMBER TO SLOW DOWN, BUCKLE UP and ARRIVE ALIVE!
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PRESS RELEASE May 29, 2008 1st Annual Kid’s Safety Day!
The Camdenton Police Department and Osage Beach Police Department are pleased to announce their 1st Annual Kid’s Safety Day this Saturday May 31st from 10 am to 1 pm at the Camdenton Wal-Mart Supercenter. There will be many fun activities with different organizations present. There will be a FREE Car Seat Check-Up Event; FREE Bicycle Helmets; FREE Boating Information; & Fire Trucks for the children to see, as well as Fire Safety Information. Kids Harbor and MOCA will also be present distributing safety information. “Cinnamon” will be “clowning” around. Camdenton Wal-Mart has donated a NEW SWING SET for children participating in the 1st Annual Kids Safety Day! All you have to do is visit each booth to be eligible. Please join us for this fun filled afternoon! Together we CAN KEEP OUR KIDS SAFE! For more information, call Melissa at 573-346-3604.
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May 23, 2008 PRESS RELEASE
On Wednesday, May 21st at approx. 6:10 PM Officers with the Camdenton Police Department received a call to respond to a motor vehicle accident at McDonald’s Restaurant where the suspect vehicle at left the scene. The vehicle involved was described as a gray mini van with possible damage to the driver’s side. While responding to McDonald’s, Officers received a second call that a gray mini van matching the description from the McDonald’s accident had just wrecked in CJ’s Restaurant’s parking lot, which is located nearby. Responding first to CJ’s parking lot, Officers found a gray, 2005 Dodge Caravan that had damage to the front bumper and driver’s side fender. The driver of the van, a 19 year old Camdenton woman, was nearby holding two infants in her arms. She had sustained cuts and bruising to her arms and legs and both she and the infants had red marks from the seatbelts. Officers observed that the children had been restrained in factory car seats built into the van, but upon impact the entire vehicle seat had broken loose and over-turned inside the van. Medical assistance was called for but the driver refused treatment for herself and the children. Upon interviewing the driver, Officers found that she had taken a family member’s van without permission. While at McDonald’s she had turned too fast, hitting the curb and the electronic sign. Fleeing the scene of the accident, the driver had taken several back streets, failing to stop for a stop sign on Ha Ha Tonka Street, causing her to wreck in the parking lot of CJ’s Restaurant. While meeting with the manager of McDonald’s, Officers found that the damage done to the sign and landscaping was extensive, with a replacement value of $16,000.00 for the speaker and sign. With approval of Department of Family Services, the infants were released to a family member of the driver. She was transported to the Camden County Jail where she was later released pending filing of charges. The Camdenton Police Department has requested the following charges: 2 Counts of Child Endangerment, Leaving the Scene of a Motor Vehicle Accident, Property Damage and No Valid Missouri Operator’s License.
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April 30, 2008 PRESS RELEASE
Mock DUI Crash set for Camdenton High School
Members of the community and the media are invited to attend an Alcohol Awareness Docudrama at the Camdenton High School located on the Camdenton School main campus on Friday May 2nd 2008. The program will begin at 12:30 PM and will be held in the parking lot. The presentation will include a mock alcohol related car crash involving teenagers from the Camdenton High School. Several students from the school have been selected to play the roles of the dead and injured victims. Realistic looking injuries are created using make-up and fake blood. Local Police, Ambulance, Fire/Rescue and Lifeline helicopter agencies will be summoned to the crash scene as the scene is played out and will perform their duties as they would in a real life situation. The Junior and Senior High School students will view the crash scene. Following the mock crash and emergency response, a speaker from St John’s Hospital will talk to the students about alcohol use, driving behaviors and the consequences of drinking and driving. The purpose of the event is to raise the student’s awareness about the decisions they make regarding alcohol and getting behind the wheel of a car. Program partners are: Camdenton Police Department, Camdenton R-III Schools, Missouri Highway Patrol, Camdenton Fire Department, Camden County Sheriff’s Department, St. Johns Ambulance and St Johns Hospital, Allee Holman Howe Funeral Home, and Bledsoe Conoco.
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April 28, 2008 PRESS RELEASE
On Thursday, April 24th at approx. 10:50 PM Officers responded to the parking lot of a local business in reference to a motor vehicle crash. Upon arrival Officers observed an unoccupied white 2003 Chevrolet SUV with extensive front end damage. Directly in front of the SUV was an Air Compressor on its side that had been damaged and several other pieces of equipment scattered about that looked as if they had been struck by the vehicle. Officers located the female driver, identified as 38 year old Sheri L. Marschke of Camdenton, in a nearby parking lot. She advised that she had been driving on Hwy. 5 and a male acquaintance in the passenger seat had struck her in the eye. Marschke became upset and pulled into the parking lot to let the male out of the vehicle. When she applied her brakes the vehicle slid into the equipment and it was at this point the male acquaintance left. The business owner responded to the scene and shown what had occurred. He stated he would contact the police department with estimates for the damaged/destroyed equipment. While speaking with Marschke Officers detected a moderate amount of intoxicants on her breath. After failing a field sobriety test Marschke was arrested and transported to the Camden County Sheriff’s Department where a breathalyzer test revealed a breath alcohol content of 0.096%. Marschke was charged with DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED and given a municipal court date of June 5, 2008 and was released after posting bond. Officers gave Marschke information on domestic violence issues although she refused to identify the male acquaintance that had struck her.
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April 18, 2008 PRESS RELEASE
On April 18th at approx. 11:34 AM Officers were dispatched to S. Hwy. 5 near Illinois Street regarding a downed wire. Upon arrival, Officers observed a wire lying across Hwy. 5 and a pole on both the East and West sides of the road were broken and had fallen to the ground. As the wire came down it caused damaged to two parked vehicles, a 2005 Ford passenger car belonging to Michael Haynes of Camdenton and a 1995 Volvo belonging to Brian Garrison of Camdenton. A witness said he believed the damage had been caused by a semi pulling an over-sized load that had just gone through travelling southbound toward Lebanon. Laclede County Sheriff’s Dept. was able to locate the vehicle as it neared Lebanon and the driver returned to the scene. The driver, employed by Lone Star Transportation out of Ft. Wood, TX driving a 2005 Freightliner Semi pulling an over-size load admitted he hit the wire but does not believe he pulled it down. Investigation to continue. Officers handled traffic direction for several hours and the line had not been repaired as of 4:30 PM.
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March 27, 2008 PRESS RELEASE
On Wednesday, March 25th at approx. 8:40 PM Camdenton Police Officers met with a 14 year old female and her mother regarding an assault that had occurred to the juvenile earlier in the day. According to the juvenile, she had woke early in the morning to find a male subject physically assaulting her. The man fled when the victim started screaming loudly. As the man fled, the victim identified him as an 18 year old Lebanon man that had been staying at the house for the past few weeks. The suspect left his personal belongings, including his wallet at the house when he fled. An investigation into the assault revealed that the victim had injuries consistent with the assault. Upon meeting with the suspect, identified as an 18 year old male from Lebanon, Police observed that he also had injuries consistent with the victim’s statement. The male suspect was arrested and placed on a 24-hour hold pending charges from the Camden County Prosecutor for FELONIOUS RESTRAINT.
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March 21, 2008
PRESS RELEASE
On March 20th at approx. 8:10 AM Officers responded to Head Hunters Salon located on Ha Ha Tonka Cut Thru Road in reference to a burglary. Officers met with the owner who explained that shortly before calling Police he had arrived at the business and found that an outside door had been pried open. When he entered the building he observed that an intruder had opened the desk drawers and removed cash. Various other items were also found missing. The burglary evidently occurred sometime after the previous day when the owner left at approx. 8:45 PM. Officers dusted the business for latent prints and photographed the scene. Police ask anyone that may have seen suspicious activity in these areas to contact the Camdenton Police Department at 573-346-3604. |
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March 21, 2008
PRESS RELEASE
On Thursday, March 20th, at approximately 5:40 PM Officers with the Camdenton Police Department responded to an apartment to conduct a follow-up investigation involving an assault that had occurred on March 15th. Officers were attempting to contact the suspect of the vehicular assault, based on statements it appeared that he had intentionally driven his van into a Blazer after a verbal altercation with the driver of the Blazer. The driver of the Blazer and his passenger were still inside the vehicle when it was struck. The impact caused extensive damage to the Blazer but the occupants were not hurt. When the officers arrived, they made contact with the 33 year old suspect, identified as Russell R. Meddows, at his apartment and were let in. When Officers entered the apartment, they could smell a very strong odor of burnt marijuana. After Officers questioning the Meddows about the assault, he was placed under arrest. Police also met with a 34 year old female, identified as Kelly S. Erickson and her four children, ages ranging from 4 months to 14 years old, living with the Meddows. A search warrant was obtained and executed at the apartment where Officers located approximately 83.5 grams of marijuana, pills, and numerous items of drug paraphernalia. Many of the above items were located within close proximity of where the children sleep and play. Erickson was also found to have an active warrant for her arrest out of Camden County for Bad Checks. The female was placed under arrest and taken to the Camden County Jail for the warrant. The Department of Family Services – Children’s Division was contacted and responded to the scene. The children were placed in Emergency Foster Care. Erickson was placed on a 24-hour hold and was charged with Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance. Bond was set at $6,000.00 cash or surety. The bond for the Passing a Bad Check was set for $500.00 cash. Meddows was placed on a 24-hour hold and was charged with Felony Assault, and Possession of a Controlled Substance. Bond was set for $75,000.00 cash or surety. |
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March 14, 2008
PRESS RELEASE On March 13th at approx. 6:55 PM Officers responded to a restaurant parking lot in reference to a complaint of two subjects smoking what appeared to be Marijuana in a black Honda. Officers made contact with the occupants of the vehicle, identifying the passenger, 22 year old Brandi K. Bettis and driver, 27 year old Timothy D. Austin, both of Lee’s Summit, Missouri. A computer check revealed that Austin’s driver’s license had been revoked and that both subject’s were on probation and/or parole for drug related violations. Officer’s placed Austin under arrest for Driving while Revoked. A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of drug paraphernalia, several small baggies of white crystal substance, assorted pills and a cash in the amount of $2,108.00 Both subjects were arrested and transported to the Camden County Sheriff’s Department and placed on a 24-hour hold. On March 14th both subjects were charged with 2 counts of Possession of Controlled Substance with surety bond of $75,000. set for Austin and $50,000.00 for Bettis. |
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February 27, 2008 PRESS RELEASE
On Tuesday, February 26th at approx. 12:30 noon an Officer with the Camdenton Police Department responded to a retail store in reference to a counterfeit bill that had been taken by a cashier during a transaction. The five dollar bill that was confiscated had been bleached and printed to resemble a one-hundred dollar bill. The counterfeit bill had not been detected during the initial transaction since the marking pen most retailers use to check for counterfeit currency did not react to the paper since it originally was a true bill. On Wednesday, February 27th Officers confiscated two additional counterfeit bills from the same retail store and two bills from a local banking facility. Officers are investigating this crime and have contacted personnel with the Secret Service to advise them of the incidents. Area banks have also been notified so that they can be on the look-out counterfeit bills that may have come through their facilities. Counterfeiting is a federal crime that victimizes many individuals and businesses each year. High-tech criminals continue to change the way they counterfeit, making detection a challenge to law enforcement. Most authentic bills have a watermark that can be seen by holding the bill to a light source. The watermark is a faded image of the president that appears on that particular bill. Most bills also have a ribbon/thread embedded vertically that confirms the bills denomination. Further information to detect counterfeit currency can be found on a government website http://www.secretservice.gov . It is a valuable source that can give details of how to detect counterfeit bills, enabling the public to protect themselves financially. |
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February 21, 2008
POLICE OFFICER I POSITIONS – CAMDENTON POLICE 40 Hours per week, excellent benefits including retirement. Must be at least 21, basic law enforcement course, POST certified, physical exam, drug screen and background check required. Applications available at Camdenton Police, 437 West U.S. Hwy. 54, Camdenton, between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM. Applications accepted until position filled. EOE |
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February 13, 2008 PRESS RELEASE
On February 12th at approx. 12:04 PM Camdenton Police Officers responded to E. Hwy. 54 regarding a motor vehicle crash. The crash apparently occurred when a 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier heading West on Hwy. 54, driven by a 50 year old Camdenton woman, slowed to make a right turn into a business. A Ford F-150 truck driven by a 40 year old Vernon, Missouri man following behind the Cavalier, struck the vehicle as it turned into the business, causing the Cavalier to travel approx. 58 feet where it slid off a retaining wall, hit an awning from the business, traveled another 113 feet down an embankment, finally stopping upon striking a bundle of PVC Pipe and a concrete barrier. The Camdenton woman was transported to Lake Regional Hospital for treatment of minor injuries. Both drivers involved in the crash were reported to be wearing seatbelts at the time of the incident. The Vernon, Missouri man was cited for FOLLOWING TOO CLOSELY and given a court date of March 6, 2008. |
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Press Release – February 4, 2008
Special Olympics 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 12th 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 gets their name put on the back of the Torch Run T-Shirts the following year,” stated Police Chief Laura Wright. This years T-Shirts are “Texas” orange (burnt orange) 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 23rd in Osage Beach. All donations and sales 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 18, 2008 PRESS RELEASE
On Sunday, January 13th, a Camdenton Officer was dispatched to a local business in reference to a theft. The victim, a Camdenton woman, had left her purse in her vehicle and when she returned to the vehicle, found that it was missing. At the same time she realized her purse had been taken, she observed two male subjects running away from the area. She gave Police a description of the subject’s and a list of items in her purse, which included a debit card. Police initiated an investigation into the theft, finding that the debit card had been used at several local retail stores. An observant clerk at one of the stores seized the card and called the Police. Footage from surveillance cameras assisted Officers with making a identification of the male subject. Officer’s met with Adam B. Shrieves, a 20 year old man who admitted that he removed the purse from the vehicle and using the debit card. Shrieves was arrested and charged with two counts of Class C felony of Forgery. Bond was set a $10,000.00 cash or surety. Citizen’s are reminded to never leave valuables in their vehicles or unattended. Don’t give criminals the opportunity to take your personal possessions and possibly your identity. Citizens are encouraged to be pro-active, evaluating their actions to minimize the risk of being victimized. We must always be diligent to assure the safety of ourselves, our families and our possessions. |
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January 18, 2008 PRESS RELEASE
The City of Camdenton is pleased to announce that the Camdenton Skate Park’s Phase I construction is complete. To celebrate the long-awaited park, the community including skaters of all ages are encouraged to join a grand-opening set for Monday, January 21st between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM *. Refreshments, skating competitions and prizes will be part of an exciting day. Members of the Skate Park Committee have been meeting since August 2006 in order to erect a skate park that can be used by the youth in our community. In April of 2007 the city council approved funding for the park equipment in the amount of $30,000.00 in the 07/08 Budget. Chief Wright stated “I am proud of the many local businesses who stepped forward, donating materials and labor for the project, making it possible to use the majority of the city funds for the skate park obstacles and ramps”. The city is thankful for the generosity of the following: APAC Missouri, Inc., Clark’s Concrete, High Brothers Lumber, Mid State Concrete Placement, Scott’s Concrete and Ozark Ready Mix. Also, the city is appreciative of the community members, who worked together on this project for over a year and a half so that our youth will be able to enjoy their sport here in Camdenton. The Skatepark Committee will meet again in the near future to discuss details and plans for growth of the skatepark. Chief Wright said, “It is very important people using this facility take care of the equipment to maintain support for future expansion”. The winner of the art contest is Camdenton resident Derrick Jeffries who drew the logo that will be posted on the skate park sign. Derrick will receive a $100. savings bond. Come and help us celebrate our new skate park. See you there! * (Monday, January 21st Camdenton students are out of school due to a teacher in-service day) |
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January 14, 2008 PRESS RELEASE
On Saturday, January 12th at approx. 11:23 PM the Camdenton Police Department was called to a residence on Ballpark Road in reference to a disturbance. Upon arrival, Officers discovered several people at the house and a group of them fled the scene. Missouri State Hwy. Patrol and Camden County Sheriff’s Department arrived and assisted Officers; four of the subjects who attempted to leave were detained. Investigation revealed drug paraphernalia in their possession. Officers believe several of the people who were under the age of 21 had been drinking. A total of 8 subjects were charged with the following: Five for MINOR IN POSSESSION, four for DISORDERLY CONDUCT, one for SUPPLY LIQUOR TO MINOR and one warrant for FAILURE TO APPEAR. |
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