Callaway Archives

Fulton murder suspect booked into Callaway County Jail

July 22, 2024 2:23 PM Matthew Sanders, Morgan Buresh

A man who was wanted by Fulton police for allegedly taking part in a deadly shooting was in the Callaway County Jail on Monday.

Auxvasse to hold meeting Thursday with firefighters, those interested in becoming firefighters

July 19, 2024 10:12 PM Ryan Shiner

AUXVASSE, Mo. (KMIZ) The City of Auxvasse wrote on its Facebook page on Friday night that it plans to hold a meeting on Thursday with firefighters and those looking to become volunteer firefighters. “There will be an Auxvasse Fire Department meeting on Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. to meet with all Auxvasse volunteer

Fourth suspect in custody following deadly shooting in Fulton; two more suspects at large

July 18, 2024 5:48 AM Erika McGuire

All four suspects are now in custody following a deadly shooting in Fulton Tuesday afternoon.

Three adults charged with first-degree murder in Kathy Street shooting in Fulton; two adults, one juvenile in custody

July 17, 2024 7:45 PM Ryan Shiner

Editor’s Note: Charging information was updated after speaking with Callaway County Prosecutor Benjamin Miller. A charge was initially seen as accessory to murder on Casenet. FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) Three adults were charged with first-degree murder in Tuesday’s shooting on Kathy Street in Fulton. Quiara Walton, Emmanuel Brown and Taeon Logan, 23, of Fulton, were charged

Fulton police investigate Kathy Street after man found dead in street, one neighbor saw man get shot

July 16, 2024 5:17 PM Ryan Shiner, Mitchell Kaminski

FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) A Fulton Police Department deputy chief said one a man was found dead in a residential street on Tuesday afternoon. The Fulton Police Department advised residents on Tuesday to avoid the area of town near Kathy Street. FPD Deputy Chief Dall Hedges said one person was found dead at the scene. He

City of Auxvasse fires its fire chief

July 12, 2024 3:16 PM Ryan Shiner, Allison Weaver

AUXVASSE, Mo. (KMIZ) The fire chief of the Auxvasse Fire Department was fired on Thursday, according to a Friday press release from the city and a social media post from the fire department. A press release from the city stated that Rebecca Stone was “relieved of her duties by a unanimous decision of the city

Fulton man charged with several child sex crimes

July 12, 2024 11:39 AM Ryan Shiner

FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) A Fulton man was charged with several child sex crimes after authorities allegedly found recordings of him sexually assaulting a child. Jacob Stockglausner, 37, was charged with statutory sodomy, sexual exploitation of a child, first-degree promoting child pornography and possessing child porn. He is being held at the Callaway County Jail without

Callaway County man killed in riding lawn mower crash

July 11, 2024 9:03 AM Madison Stuerman

One man was killed on Wednesday night after a crash in Portland involving a riding lawn mower.

Moberly man found guilty of federal gun charge

July 10, 2024 4:32 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Moberly man who was in a nearly day-long standoff with law enforcement in Moberly in 2022 was convicted Wednesday of a federal gun charge, according to a press release from the Department of Justice. Stephen Thorp, 62, was found guilty by a jury for being a felon in possession of a

New inclusive park to be built in Holts Summit

July 10, 2024 9:43 AM Madison Stuerman

The City of Holts Summit and Callaway County Special Services announced on Wednesday a new partnership to build an inclusive park.

Darryl Maylee, Victor Pitman say backgrounds qualify them for Callaway County sheriff

July 9, 2024 10:56 PM Nia Hinson

FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) In August, residents of Callaway County will elect a new sheriff, in what is likely the biggest race of the county. The Republican primary race between current interim sheriff Darryl Maylee and Victor Pitman occurs on August 6. Former Sheriff Clay Chism is unable to serve after losing his peace officer’s license

Callaway County sheriff candidate interview: Victor Pitman

July 10, 2024 12:41 AM Nia Hinson

FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) Nia Hinson: Okay, so to start, I’m just gonna have you give me a little bit of background and just tell me a little bit more about yourself. Victor Pitman: Okay, well, my name is Victor Pittman, p-i-t-m-a-n. I’ve been a law enforcement officer for over 40 years. Most of that has

Callaway County sheriff candidate interview: Darryl Maylee

July 9, 2024 11:31 PM Nia Hinson

FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) Nia Hinson: So to start, I’m just going to have you to give me a little bit of your background and just tell me a little bit more about yourself and your background in law enforcement training. Darryl Maylee: Okay my name is Darrell Maylee I’m acting interim Sheriff here at Callaway

Flooding affects morning Fourth of July festivities in Fulton

July 4, 2024 2:01 PM Olivia Hayes

Severe flash flooding had multiple roads in Fulton blocked off Thursday morning.

Two safe after water rescue in Callaway County

July 3, 2024 4:49 PM Olivia Hayes

CALLAWAY COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) South Callaway County fire officials say one man and one woman are safe at home after they were saved in a water rescue in the 7800 block of Route O in Callaway County. South Callaway Fire Protection District Capt. Josh Lippincott said the two attempted to drive through a flooded area

Highway 54 bridge project near Missouri River to begin July 15; traffic delays expected

July 2, 2024 2:18 PM Ryan Shiner, Mitchell Kaminski

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) A project to repair the Highway 54 overpass over Highway 50 and McCarty Street in Jefferson City will begin Monday, according to a Tuesday press release from the Missouri Department of Transportation. Lanes will be reduced to one lane in each direction on Monday, July 15, the release says. All on-and-off

Two charged in Callaway County chase

July 1, 2024 9:02 PM Ryan Shiner

FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) Two people were arrested and charged after leading deputies and troopers on a chase Sunday in Callaway County. Deontral Weston, 20, was charged with resisting arrest and first-degree tampering with a motor vehicle. He is being held at the Callaway County Jail on a $65,000 bond. Janie Oglesby, 19, was charged with

Holts Summit Police Department touts success of new domestic violence investigator

July 1, 2024 11:49 AM Reagan Phillips

The Holts Summit Police Department is touting its early success arrested domestic abusers after the creation of a position dedicated to those crimes.

Two in custody after pursuit in Callaway County Sunday afternoon

June 30, 2024 10:49 PM ABC 17 News Team

CALLAWAY COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) Two people were taken into custody Sunday evening after a pursuit in Callaway County, according to a facebook post from the Callaway County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff’s Office originally believed three people were in the vehicle at the time of the chase but later learned there were only two. Sgt. Kyle

Safety is top priority at Holts Summit Fireworks Festival

June 28, 2024 7:48 PM Marie Moyer

HOLTS SUMMIT, Mo. (KMIZ) Holts Summit hosted its annual Fireworks Festival in Greenway Park on Friday night. The family event includes live music performances, food vendors, a petting zoo and a stand out firework show. With people of all ages attending the festival, safety is of the upmost importance. Holts Summit in partnership with their