Press Release
For Immediate Release
Subject: Harassment Arrest
Date: November 25, 2024
Incident Details:
Arrested Individual: Dylan L. Burnett
Arrest Date: November 25, 2024
Arrest Location: Lewis County Courthouse, Monticello, Missouri
Arrest Agency: Lewis County Sheriff's Office
Charge: Unlawful use of a weapon, (exhibiting), a class E felony
Incident Background:
Date of Incident: November 14, 2024
Location: Ewing, Lewis County, Missouri
Time:
Details: On November 14, 2024, a victim reported Dylan Burnett, had come to the residence in Ewing, Missouri and made threats to kill the victim with a firearm. Further, this was the third time Mr. Burnett had allegedly made threats to kill the victim.
Mr. Burnett, age 21, of Curryville, Missouri was arrested on one count of Harassment in the First Degree, a class E felony, and remains lodged in the Lewis County Jail in lieu of $10,000.00 cash only bond.
"All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law."
Contact Information:
Lewis County Sheriff's Office
Phone: 573-767-5287
Press Release
October 17, 2024
On October 10th, 2024, Circuit Court presided over by Judge Matthew Wilson, concluded with five individuals sentenced to the Missouri Department of Corrections. The prosecuting attorney, Chelsea Fellinger, secured the following outcomes:
Ethan McChristy, 24, of Lewistown, Missouri pled guilty to one count of assault in the third degree, a class D felony, and one count of resisting arrest, a class E felony. He was sentenced to five years for assault and two years for resisting arrest. McChristy was arrested on December 23, 2023 for driving while intoxicated in rural La Belle. At that time he resisted arrest and two deputies sustained minor injuries, including one deputy receiving a broken nose. Deputy Abigail Lyon and Deputy Mathias Frank are commended for apprehending McChristy at the scene and preventing him from fleeing the scene. Sergeant Devon Willis and Deputy Jason Slater, who were both off-duty, are also recognized for quickly responding to the scene and assisting with further investigation. We also appreciate the assistance of the Missouri State Highway Patrol for their quick response as well.
McChristy was also on probation at the time of this incident. He had previously been arrested for tampering with a motor vehicle by members of the LCSO in 2022. His probation was revoked and he was sentenced to 7 years.
Timothy Stewart, 28, of La Grange, Missouri pled guilty to one count of domestic assault in the first degree, a class B felony. Stewart was arrested for assaulting his former girlfriend and causing significant injury on December 31, 2023 at the Ramsey Jones Trailer Park near La Grange, Missouri. Stewart fled the scene and was later apprehended by the Quincy Police Department. Stewart was sentenced to ten years. Deputy Toby Moss, Deputy Abigail Lyon and Deputy Mathias Frank investigated this matter and insured the safety of the victim and communicated quickly with surrounding authorities to locate Mr. Stewart. They are commended for their excellent work. The MSHP also assisted with this investigation.
Devon Gibson, age 32, of Milan, Missouri, had previously pled guilty to one count of abuse or neglect of a child, a class D felony, and one count of unlawful use of a weapon, a class E felony, in 2020, and received five year's probation. Prosecutor Fellinger had filed a motion to revoke Gibson's probation, alleging he had committed numerous violations of the court's orders. Judge Wilson revoked Gibson's probation and he was sentenced to seven years for the abuse or neglect of a child and three years for the unlawful use of a weapon. This case was investigated by members of the LCSO.
Crystal Capps, 45, of Burlington, Iowa, pled to one count of passing a bad check, a class E felony, and was sentenced to four years in DOC. Capps wrote a bad check in the amount of $394 in 2023 to a Lewis County resident. Capps sentence is to be served concurrently with Butler County, Cape Girardeau County, Bollinger County and Stoddard County sentences. This matter was investigated by the LCSO and Prosecuting Attorney's office.
Danielle McDonald, 32, of La Grange, Missouri, had previously pled guilty to one count of property damage in the first degree, a class E felony, in 2022. At that time she was placed on five year's probation. Prosecutor Fellinger had filed a motion to revoke McDonald's probation due to multiple violations. McDonald surrendered her probation and was sentenced to two years in DOC. This matter was previously investigated by the La Grange Police Department.
For Immediate Release
Suspect: Domestic Assault Arrest
Date: October 2, 2024
Incident Details:
Arrested Individual: David L. Baker, age 44, Canton, Missouri
Arrest Date: September 28, 2024
Arrest Location: La Grange, Missouri
Arrest Agency: Lewis County Sheriff's Office
Charge: Domestic Assault
Incident Background:
Date of Incident: September 27, 2024
Location: State Highway C and State Highway BB, Ewing
Time: Approximately 6:30 p.m.
Details: On September 27, 2024, the Sheriff's Office received a report that David Baker had attempted to strike the victim's vehicle while the victim was driving on State Highway C with his own truck. According to the victim, Baker drove his truck into the ditch while passing the victim, swerved all over the roadway, and tried run the victim off the roadway. The victim and a witness provided statements to law enforcement.
On September 28, 2024, the Sheriff's Office located Mr. Baker in La Grange and took him into custody for the alleged violations.
On September 28, 2024, Lewis County Prosecutor Chelsea Fellinger, filed a felony complaint alleging Mr. Baker committed the class E felony of domestic assault in the third degree, in that he attempted to cause physical injury to the victim by trying to run the vehicle off the road and attempting to hit the vehicle head on. Baker was also charged with the class E felony of driving without a valid license, in that while operating the motor vehicle he did not have a valid license. He has at least two prior convictions for driving without a valid license and is currently under the supervision of the Missouri Division of Probation and Parole.
On September 28, 2024, the Honorable Corey Moon, Lewis County Associate Judge, issued an arrest warrant for Mr. Baker.
Baker remains lodged in the Lewis County Jail on no bond.
"All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law."
Contact Information:
Lewis County Sheriff's Office
Phone: 573-767-5287
For Immediate Release
Subject: Weapons Offense Arrest
Date: October 1, 2024
Incident Details:
Arrested Individual: Travon J. Hegler-Wright, age 20, of Indianapolis, Indiana
Arrest Date: September 27, 2024
Arrest Location: Quincy University, Quincy, Illinois
Arrest Agency: Quincy Police Department, at the request of the Lewis County Sheriff's Office
Charge: Unlawful use of a weapon, (exhibiting), a class E felony
Incident Background:
Date of Incident: April 6, 2024
Location: Culver Stockton College, Canton, Lewis County, Missouri
Time: A few minutes after 12:00 a.m.
Details: Members of the Lewis County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of firearms being brandished at a large fraternity party on campus. Upon arrival law enforcement observed several hundred people screaming and running in all directions. Upon further investigation, deputies learned there had been an altercation between several Culver Stockton Students and three suspects believed to be Quincy University students. One of the suspects was alleged to have displayed a weapon in a threatening manner and then fled the area. The weapon was described as an automatic weapon with an extended clip. Law enforcement attempted to locate the suspects but it was determined they had fled the area. Over the course of the next week numerous interviews were conducted with several witnesses in Missouri and in Illinois. On April 10, 2024, the Quincy Police Department recovered the suspect weapon, identified as a Radical Firearms RF-15, .223 caliber weapon, from Quincy University. Over the next several weeks the investigation continued and led to the Sheriff's Office seeking formal charges against Travon J. Hegler-Wright.
On September 19, 2024, Lewis County Prosecutor Chelsea Fellinger, filed a felony complaint alleged Mr. Hegler-Wright had committed the class E felony of unlawful use of a weapon, in that he knowingly exhibited the weapon in an angry or threatening manner.
On September 24, 2024, the Honorable Corey Moon, Lewis County Associate Judge, issued an arrest warrant for Mr. Hegler-Wright.
On September 27, 2024, Mr. Hegler-Wright was taken into custody by the Quincy Police Department and transported to the Adams County Jail.
Mr. Hegler-Wright posted a $5,000.00 cash only bond and was released. His next scheduled court appearance is November 18, 2024 in Monticello, Missouri.
The Sheriff's Office was assisted in this investigation by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Quincy Police Department, Adams County Sheriff's Department, Culver Stockton Campus Safety and the Quincy University Campus Safety.
"All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law."
Contact Information:
Lewis County Sheriff's Office
Phone: 573-767-5287
On August 24, 2024, the Lewis County Sheriff's Office apprehended Thomas Butler, age 56, of Maywood, Missouri. Butler, who previously pled guilty to Unlawful Possession of a Weapon in May 2024, failed to comply with conditions of probation and a warrant was issued. The Lewis County Sheriff's Office has attempted to apprehend Mr. Butler on several occasions, but were unsuccessful.
Deputy Matt Frank is commended for taking Mr. Butler into custody.
Butler remains lodged in the Lewis County Jail.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol assisted with this apprehension.
Press Release
Lewis County Sheriff's Office
August 22, 2024
Arrest of Jacob Seek for Theft
Monticello, MO - The Lewis County Sheriff's Office announces the arrest of Jacob Seek, age 23, of Licking, Missouri, on charges of stealing. Mr. Seek was taken into custody on August 21, 2024, following an investigation into an incident that occurred in December 2023. Seek had previously failed to appear for a court hearing and a warrant was issued by Associate Judge Corey Moon.
Mr. Seek is alleged to have received payment from a Lewis County resident for construction work that was never performed. Instead of completing the agreed-upon work, Mr. Seek is accused of cashing the check in excess of $5,000.00 and failing to provide any services.
Mr. Seek has similar charges pending in Wright County, Missouri.
Mr. Seek is currently being held at the Lewis County Jail pending further legal proceedings. The investigation remains ongoing, and no further details are available at this time.
The Lewis County Sheriff's Office encourages anyone with additional information regarding this case to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously through our website or by contacting our office directly.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Lewis County Sheriff's Office 107 S Washington St, Monticello, MO 63457 Phone: (573) 767-5287 Email: dparrish@lewiscosheriff.org
This press release is intended for immediate distribution. Please direct any questions or requests for further information to the contact details provided above.
All citizens are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Press Release
Lewis County Sheriff's Office August 16, 2024
Search Warrant Execution in La Belle, Missouri
On August 16, 2024, the Lewis County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with the Northeast Missouri Drug Task Force and the Missouri State Highway Patrol, executed a search warrant in La Belle, Missouri. This operation was part of an ongoing effort to combat drug-related activities in the region.
Arrests Made:
Gerald Dean Lloyd Age: 61 Residence: La Belle, Missouri Charge: Delivery of Controlled Substance (Methamphetamine), a Class D Felony Bond: $100,000 cash only Status: Lodged in Lewis County Jail Jeremain L. Johnson Age: 45 Residence: Burlington, Iowa Charge: Possession of Controlled Substance (Methamphetamine), a Class D Felony Bond: $100,000 cash only Status: Lodged in Lewis County Jail William G. Peterson Age: 76 Residence: La Belle, Missouri Charge: Possession of Controlled Substance (Methamphetamine), a Class D Felony Status: Booked and releasedThis operation was conducted with the assistance of the North Missouri Drug Task Force and the West Central Illinois Drug Task Force. The Lewis County Sheriff's Office remains committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community by actively pursuing and prosecuting those involved in illegal drug activities.
For further information, please contact: Lewis County Sheriff's Office at 573-767-5287
"All subjects are innocent until found guilty in a court of law."
On August 10, 2024, a Lewis County Deputy conducted a traffic stop near Lewistown, Missouri. Upon contact with the driver, the deputy noticed him sweating and shaking. The deputy asked if there was anything illegal in the truck and the driver informed there was "meth" in the car. The driver was detained and a search of the vehicle lead to the discovery of a substance consistent with Methamphetamine, along with drug paraphernalia.
Cameron J Coulter, age 31, of Quincy, Illinois was placed under arrest and taken to the Lewis County Jail where he was held on a 24-hour hold.
An arrest warrant was sought through Lewis County Prosecuting Attorney Chelsea Fellinger. The Honorable Corey Moon issued a warrant alleging one count of Possession of Controlled Substance, a class D felony.
Mr. Coulter remains lodged in the Lewis County Jail with no bond allowed.
*****All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.*****