June 23, 2022

Today, Phelps County Deputies volunteered to help clean up our community. The photographs are the before and after of the Sugar Tree down-ramp to eastbound Interstate 44. There are about 40 bags of trash, tires, and plastic vehicle parts. Sheriff Michael Kirn said, “a cleanup can bring about a sense of community and responsibility to our county. We are planning

April 13, 2022

On April 13, 2022, the Rolla Area Drug Enforcement (RADE) concluded a short-term narcotics investigation at the 24000 block of County Road 6130, Newburg, Missouri. Officers from RADE, the Phelps County Sheriff’s Department, and the Rolla Police Department served a search warrant at the residence in connection with this investigation. As a result of the search warrant, investigators located and

April 3, 2022

On Sunday, April 3, 2022, at approximately 10:26 pm, deputies conducted a traffic stop in the 100 block of Howard Johnson Drive, Rolla, Missouri, for lane violations. Deputies contacted the driver, Marcella D. Ramirez, age 51, of Albuquerque, New Mexico. A canine was requested based upon observations and information gained while speaking with Ramirez. The canine had a positive alert

March 16, 2022

On March 16, 2022, at approximately 1:20 pm, Phelps County Deputies responded to the 12000 block of Private Drive 5242, Rolla, Missouri, in reference to a barricaded subject. Upon arrival, deputies learned a bail bondsman attempted to arrest Mitchel P. Light on an outstanding warrant. While trying to take him into custody, it is alleged Light shot a firearm at

August 1, 2021

Thanks to the Internet, it’s easier than ever to buy and sell items locally. You can find all sorts of great deals and make some money on the side. But, the world of buying and selling can be a scary place if you’re not careful. Over the last few years, we’ve seen multiple incidents of buyers and sellers who suddenly

June 23, 2021

Recently, one of my deputies lost his wallet in Edgar Springs, Missouri. The wallet contained cash, debit cards, Sheriff’s identification, and a badge. He called the manager of the Eagle Stop, requesting her help. She was fantastic and quick to assist. Thank You! A short time later, Edgar Springs resident, Mike Clift located the wallet on South Highway 63, called