Randolph Archives

Man charged in deadly 2017 shooting returned to Randolph County

June 7, 2022 9:27 AM Zachary Farwell

A Moberly man accused in a deadly 2017 shooting is back in Randolph County.

Man arrested in connection with 2017 Moberly homicide

June 2, 2022 3:10 PM Karl Wehmhoener

A suspect in the 2017 homicide of a Moberly man has been arrested in Illinois.

Man killed by police pointed rifle at officer during stop, struggled with PTSD and alcohol

May 26, 2022 5:55 PM Lucas Geisler

An encounter would ultimately lead to two officers opening fire and killing 32-year-old Clay Willingham.

Group of Moberly High School seniors won’t walk at graduation following prank

May 20, 2022 7:50 PM Karl Wehmhoener

The Moberly School District administration did not let a select group of seniors walk during graduation due to a senior prank.

Missouri Farm Bureau touts benefit of eminent domain bill after Grain Belt Express debate

May 13, 2022 11:52 AM Hannah Falcon

The Farm Bureau says an eminent domain bill, which is now on the governor’s desk, would benefit farmers affected by the Grain Belt Power Line by ensuring their land is not taken away without their consent.

Two Columbia teens seriously hurt after a wreck Tuesday evening in Randolph County

May 10, 2022 11:10 PM Karl Wehmhoener

Two teens were taken to University Hospital with serious injuries after a wreck on Highway 3 in Randolph County.

Trial date scheduled for suspect in deadly Mexico shooting

May 4, 2022 11:05 AM Zachary Farwell

A man charged in a deadly 2020 shooting in Mexico, Missouri is expected to head to trial later this year.

Over 300 pounds of prescription drugs to be destroyed over the weekend

May 2, 2022 8:08 PM Karl Wehmhoener

Multiple law enforcement organizations took part in the drug take-back this past weekend.

Jury finds man guilty of murder in deadly 2020 Mexico home invasion

April 14, 2022 6:34 AM Zachary Farwell

MEXICO, Mo. (KMIZ) A Randolph County jury convicted a Kirksville man Wednesday night for his role in a deadly 2020 Mexico, Missouri home invasion. Jurors found Sadiq Moore, 25, guilty of second-degree murder, first-degree burglary, unlawful use of a weapon, and armed criminal action in the death of 25-year-old Chance Davis. A judge is expected

Randolph County standoff suspect now in state custody

April 12, 2022 12:35 PM Erika McGuire

The suspect in a 20-hour standoff that began Monday near Moberly is now in the custody of state prison officials.

Man arrested after nearly 20-hour standoff near Moberly

April 11, 2022 3:15 PM Matthew Sanders

About 50 law enforcement officers were at a scene near Moberly on Monday as a man barricaded himself in a house.

New charge filed against man accused of shooting Randolph County deputy

April 7, 2022 12:21 PM Zachary Farwell

The Randolph County Prosecutor’s Office has filed a new charge against a Moberly man accused of shooting a deputy.

Suspect charged, deputy has surgery after Randolph County shooting

March 28, 2022 9:11 AM Zachary Farwell

RANDOLPH COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) A Randolph County deputy reportedly shot by a suspect over the weekend had surgery Sunday, the sheriff said. The Randolph County Prosecutor’s Office has charged Jason D. Garner, 42, of Moberly, with felony counts of first-degree assault, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon. The deputy, Zachary Baker, Garner

Randolph County deputy shot during attempted arrest on Sunday morning

March 27, 2022 11:52 AM Meghan Drakas

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Randolph County deputy was shot on Sunday morning while attempting to make an arrest. According to MSHP Troop B Public Information and Education Officer Cpl. Justin Dunn, Moberly Police and the Randolph County Sheriff’s Department were sent to the 600 block of Adams Ave. in Moberly for a disturbance around 1:54