One arrested after a report of an attempt to smuggle drugs into prison using a balloon
A woman was arrested Sunday after an investigation into an attempt to smuggle drugs into Jefferson City Correctional Center using a balloon.
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Three juveniles arrested after stolen vehicle chase ends in Cole County
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Three juveniles were arrested Sunday afternoon after Cole County deputies responded to a possible stolen vehicle from Hazelwood in Jefferson City. Deputies pulled the vehicle over at Big Horn and Charm Ridge. The deputy was walking up to the vehicle when the driver sped off. A chase ensued but stopped a
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Court documents unsealed in Boone County double murder case
In documents detailing the two first-degree murder charges against JT McLean, police say a witness, a supermarket receipt and neighborhood surveillance videos connect McLean to the scene where Allison Abitz, 43, and her daughter, Jozee Abitz, 11, were found dead in their home just south of Columbia on Aug. 22.
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Columbia police: Stolen catalytic converters cases as cost of metals rise
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Police Department is reporting a rise in stolen catalytic converters in the area. According to a report, there was a total of 78 catalytic converters stolen in 2020 and 96 so far for this year. Thieves steal the catalytic converter because of the precious metals in them. Converters contain platinum,
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Columbia murder suspect released on bond
Jeffrey McWilliams is suspected in the death of Augustus Roberts, who died at a home in the 1900 block of Lasso Circle on Dec. 11, 2017. He is charged with second-degree murder, first-degree robbery and armed criminal action.
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Missouri judge declines to rule on new gun law’s legality
By SUMMER BALLENTINE Associated Press COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — A Missouri judge has declined to weigh in on the constitutionality of a new state law forbidding local police from enforcing federal gun laws. Cole County Circuit Judge Dan Green on Friday punted the case. He wrote that constitutional questions need to be addressed in other
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Police: Columbia suspect said girls were ‘flaunting themselves’ after bus stop confrontation
Mark L. Martin, 57, of Columbia was arrested Thursday and charged with first-degree harassment, a felony. Police in a news release Thursday said a girl reported Martin trying to lure her into his truck at a bus stop at Hyde Park Avenue and Cooper Drive in south Columbia.
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Jefferson City man sentenced to prison after shooting
A Jefferson City man was sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to a March 2020 shooting in the 200 block of McCarty Street.
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Dozens gather for Abitz vigil in Fulton
FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) Mourners gathered in Fulton to remember the lives of two people killed over the weekend in Boone County. Cars filled the parking lots of Southside Baptist Church as people gathered for Allison and Jozee Abitz. Church officials did not allow ABC 17 News into the vigil, saying it wanted to respect the
Continue Reading Neighbors ‘shocked’ after Columbia man is arrested for kidnapping allegations
The Columbia police arrested a man Thursday after an attempted kidnapping in the area of Hyde Park Avenue and Cooper Drive.
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Tuesday chase through Cole County reached speeds in excess of 100 mph
A prosecutor has charged a Linn man after a chase that reaches speeds in excess of 100 mph through Cole County Tuesday.
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Murder charge upgraded against woman accused in Jefferson City boy’s death
Quatavia Givens was indicted Wednesday on first-degree murder, child endangerment and abandoning a corpse charges in the death of Darnell Gray after he dropped the previous charges, which included second-degree murder, according to a Jefferson City Police Department news release.
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Double murder suspect previously ordered to stay away from ex-wife and child, court documents say
The man accused of murdering a Fulton teacher and her daughter not only has previous run-ins with the law, but also previous familial disputes, including threats of violence.
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Ex-wife of Fulton murder suspect says she’s ‘not surprised’ by charges against him
Boone County prosecutors charged JT McLean with two counts of first-degree murder Wednesday in the deaths of his girlfriend, Allison Abitz, 43, and her daughter, Jozee Abitz, 11, the Boone County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release. The sheriff’s office said McLean was the last person to see them alive but released no other details about the investigation.
Continue Reading School of the Osage comments after former school resource officer charged
LAKE OZARK, Mo. (KMIZ) The School of the Osage says it will cooperate with law enforcement after its former school resource officer was charged. Prosecutors charged Jenna Jackson for allegedly sending nude photos of herself to a student and having a sexual relationship. The school district put out a statement today saying it first learned
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Rep. Hartzler responds to CPS mask mandate lawsuit
CENTRALIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler made an appearance in Centralia talking with agricultural group leaders to discuss water regulations. During her appearance, Hartzler spoke about Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt’s lawsuit against mask mandates in schools districts. Hartzler says she believes the parents of students should have the power to determine if their child
Continue Reading Boyfriend suspected in double killing of teacher and her daughter
Boone County prosecutors charged JT McLean with two counts of first-degree murder Wednesday, the Boone County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release. The release said McLean was the last person to be in contact with Allison Abitz, 43, and her daughter Jozee Abitz, 11. The two were found dead in their home just south of Columbia on Sunday night.
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Candlelight vigil to be held in honor of murdered Fulton teacher, daughter
A candlelight vigil will be held in honor of Allison and Jozee Abitz, who were found dead in their home Sunday night.
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A pound of meth seized during a traffic stop on I-70 in Cooper County Monday
COOPER COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) A Kentucky man was arrested Monday morning after a traffic stop leads to a seizure of one pound of meth. A Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper pulled over Larry Dyer for following a vehicle too closely. According to the probable cause statement, the trooper saw items consistent with the use of
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Man allegedly runs over a woman during a domestic disturbance Tuesday morning in Boone County
COLUMBIA, Mo, (KMIZ) A man has been charged after police responded to a domestic disturbance Tuesday morning. According to court documents, Augustus Armstead woke up at 5 a.m. and allegedly assaulted a woman while she was sleeping and then went back to sleep. The victim told police Armstead left her bleeding and left marks on
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