Crawford County Sheriff's Office

UPDATED IMAGES Wanted for escape from Iron County Jail. Known to be armed and resist. Subject 1) Tracy Brown, 57-year-old white male. 5’9, green eyes with sa...lt/pepper hair and balding on top. Unknown clothing description, last known to be wearing a black and white jumpsuit. Subject 2) Dwight Abernathie, 36-year-old white male. 6’1 blue eyes with red hair. Wearing a white t-shirt and grey sweatpants. Subject 3) Samuel Gillam, 35-year-old white male. 5’6, blue eyes and brown hair. Wearing a white t-shirt and striped pants. Subjects escaped from the Iron County Jail between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. 01/16/2021. Unknown directions of travel. If spotted do not approach the subjects, contact your local law enforcement agency. If you any information regarding the whereabouts of any of the subjects call the Iron County Sheriff’s Office at 573-546-4000.

I was sworn in this morning for my second term as your Crawford County Sheriff. It has been my greatest professional honor and privilege to serve you and I look... forward to another term. I am also extremely proud to work alongside the outstanding and dedicated men and women who are the heart of the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office. A huge thank you to each and every one of you and your families who continue to make sacrifices and serve selflessly for this county. You are the true meaning of public servants. I appreciate you more than words can express.

On December 30, 2020, our office held a luncheon for the retirement of one of our deputies, Deputy Larry Cason. Deputy Cason has been with our office since 2007, however his law enforcement career spanned over 40 years. Deputy Cason served as a bailiff in his time along with many other roles. The Crawford County Sheriff's Office, court officials, and county office holders would like to wish Larry the best as he enjoys his retirement and we thank him for his many dedicated years of public service. Sheriff Darin J. Layman Crawford County Sheriff's Office

The Crawford County Sheriff's Office would like to congratulate one of our Detention Officers on his graduation from the University of Missouri Law Enforcement Training Institute. In August of 2019, our office and with funding from the County Law Enforcement Restitution Fund board, began a scholarship program in effort to provide enhanced services, recruitment, and training, by sponsoring an employee through the academy. Justin McKinney is the second recipient of this annual ...scholarship. Justin began his career with this office in September of 2017 as a Detention Officer. Justin was chosen in August of 2020 for the scholarship and recently graduated second in his class on December 17, 2020. With the ongoing situation restricting the gathering of large groups, Justin missed out on a formal graduation ceremony. We invited Justin and his wife, Elizabeth, and their family to the Sheriff's Office for the official pinning of the badge. We are proud of the effort and work that Justin put into the academy. I am proud and honored to officially introduce Deputy Justin McKinney, who will be assigned to the road patrol division beginning January 1, 2021. Congratulations Deputy Justin McKinney! Sheriff Darin J. Layman Crawford County Sheriff's Office

A huge thank you to Steelville Telephone Exchange, Inc. for the Christmas basket of treats. We appreciate all you do for our community and for us at the Sheriff’s Office.

Crawford County Sheriff's Office Public Notice December 10, 2020 The main lobby of the Crawford County Sheriff's Office will be closed until December 15, 2020 at 8:00am. If you require any services of our Office please contact 573-775-2125, to state your request or schedule an appointment for assistance. If you need to file a report please contact our dispatch at 573-775-4911 to speak with an on-duty deputy. For any emergencies, as always contact 911. We apologize for any inc...onvenience. Major Adam Carnal Chief Deputy Crawford County Sheriff's Office

*****Update**** Crawford County Sheriff’s Office December 10, 2020... In the evening of December 9, 2020, charges were filed in this incident against Keven Blum, 48, of Bourbon. Blum was issued a warrant with one count of Burglary 2nd Degree through the Associate Circuit Court of Crawford County. Blum’s bond was set at $5000.00 and he remains in custody. The suspect is presumed innocent of his charge until proven guilty in a court of competent jurisdiction. Sheriff Darin J. Layman Crawford County Sheriff’s Office Crawford County Sheriff's Office Press Release December 9, 2020 On December 9, 2020 Crawford County Deputies responded to the 100 block of Landers Rd. for a report of a burglary. Upon arrival, a deputy was advised that a male subject reportedly fled the area on foot just prior to the deputy’s arrival. K9 Max and Deputy Howard were called to the scene to perform a track of the subject. K9 Max was able to track the subject to the South Service Rd., where another deputy had made contact with a subject matching the description provided by witnesses. It was determined to be the suspect after a search of his person was conducted and items stolen from the victim were located. The suspect was arrested for Burglary in the Second Degree and Stealing then conveyed to the Crawford County Adult Detention Facility. An application for charges will be sought through the Crawford County Prosecutor's Office for the above offenses. Great job by the deputies and K9 Max for his successful track. Sheriff Darin J. Layman Crawford County Sheriff's Office

Crawford County Sheriff's Office News Release December 1, 2020 Drive Merry, Bright, and Sober This Holiday Season:...Continue reading

Crawford County Sheriff's Office October 29, 2020 Press Release In the afternoon hours of October 27, 2020, members of the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office were involved in a pursuit with a stolen vehicle. A short time before the pursuit began, a victim reported their vehicle stolen from Subway in Steelville. A Steelville officer responded and provided the stolen vehicle information to dispatch. A deputy overheard the traffic and took notice to the vehicle near Hwy M and W Hw...y 8. Upon the deputy turning around to make contact, the vehicle fled. The vehicle continued east to Hwy 19, where it turned north and continued, disregarding several traffic laws and safety of others. Additional deputies then became involved in the pursuit of the vehicle. As the vehicle approached the city limits of Cuba, the suspect failed to negotiate a turn and exited the roadway, colliding with several trees. The suspect was taken into custody without any further incident. The suspect was later transported to the Crawford County Adult Detention Center after receiving medical treatment. On October 28, 2020 the suspect Timothy Dunn, age 19, of Leasburg was charged in Crawford County Associate Court with Resisting Arrest by Fleeing, a Class E Felony, with bond set at $25,000. On October 29, 2020, the suspect Timothy Dunn, age 19, Leasburg was charged in Crawford County Associate Court with Tampering with a Motor Vehicle, a Class D Felony, with bond set at $15,000. The suspect is presumed innocent of all charges until proven guilty in a court of competent jurisdiction. I would like to thank the Cuba Police Department, Steelville Police Department, MSHP, Crawford County Central Communications, Cuba Fire Department, and North Crawford Ambulance District for their assistance. Sheriff Darin J. Layman Crawford County Sheriff's Office

Crawford County Sheriff's Office October 21, 2020 Press Release In the evening hours of October 20, 2020, members of the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office investigated a report of a shooting that occurred near the intersection of Highway C and Burnett Road in Bourbon. A Bourbon area man reported that a vehicle occupied by a male and female slowed near the intersection. The male driver was observed holding a handgun outside of his vehicle, discharging rounds in the direction of... the reporting party, then driving away. Using the vehicle description and license plate information provided by the reporting party, investigators located the suspect at a residence in the 100 block of Bechter Road in Bourbon. There, investigators conducted a consent search, seizing three (3) firearms, (2 rifles and 1 pistol). The male subject was taken into custody and placed on a 24-hour-hold, pending an application for charges through the Crawford County Prosecutor's Office. On October 21, 2020, the male subject, Julian Soto, 21 yoa, of Bourbon was charged in the Associate Circuit Court of Crawford County with Assault 1st Degree, Armed Criminal Action, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and is currently being held without bond. The suspect is presumed innocent of all charges until proven guilty in a court of competent jurisdiction. Sheriff Darin J. Layman Crawford County Sheriff's Office

Crawford County Sheriff’s Office Press Release November 27, 2020 In the evening hours of November 26, 2020, deputies responded to the area of Hwy H in Leasburg for a report of a gunshot victim. It was reported to the deputies by three victims, that they had been traveling on Old Leasburg Rd., when their vehicle was struck by gunfire. One victim received an injury as a result of the bullet grazing his head, and a juvenile was also injured from the broken glass. Those victims... later responded to the hospital for treatment. Based on the information and location provided, detectives and deputies responded to a residence in the 1700 block of Old Leasburg Rd., and made contact with the residents. Upon interview, a suspect was determined and he was taken into custody. That suspect was transported to the Crawford County Sheriff's Office for further interview by a detective. During that interview the suspect admitted to firing several shots at the victim's vehicle and that he had been using controlled substances. The suspect was placed on a 24 hour hold in the Crawford County Adult Detention Center. On November 27, 2020 charges were filed in this incident for Michael Watring, 41, of Leasburg. Watring was issued a 9 count warrant from the Associate Circuit Court of Crawford County. The charges are listed below: 1 count of Assault in the First Degree, Class A Felony 2 counts of Assault in the First Degree, Class B Felonies 3 counts of Armed Criminal Action, Unclassified Felonies 1 count of Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Class A Felony 1 count of Unlawful Possession of a Concealable Firearm, Class A Felony 1 count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child in the First Degree, Class D Felony There was no bond set for the above charges, and the suspect will remain in custody. The suspect is presumed innocent of all charges until proven guilty in a court of competent jurisdiction. Sheriff Darin J. Layman Crawford County Sheriff’s Office

Crawford County Sheriff's Office Press Release Child Occupant Safety Enforcement Results The Crawford County Sheriff's Office participated in the Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Week Law Enforcement Campaign conducted September 20-26, 2020. During the enforcement effort, officers issued a total of 14 traffic tickets including: 11 safety belt tickets; 2 driving without a valid license; 1 no insurance ticket, 1 failing to register motor vehicle ticket; and 20 warnings for other tr...affic violations. We are glad to report that all children encountered on traffic stops were in their proper seat requirements Missouri law requires all children under the age of eight to be in an appropriate child safety seat or booster seat unless they are 80 lbs or 4’9 tall. It is important for parents and caregivers to understand the importance of child restraints, said Lt. Zach Driskill. It’s not just about following the law child restraints help prevent serious injury and may even save your child’s life. Funding for this effort was provided through a grant from the Missouri Department of Transportation’s Highway Safety & Traffic Division in cooperation with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Missouri Safety Center. For more information, visit www.saveMOlives.com. Major Adam Carnal Chief Deputy Crawford County Sheriff's Office

A huge thank you to Cuba Saddle Club AKA Cuba Rough Riders, Inc. for the apple pie and the invite to the Double B Roughstock event this weekend. We greatly appreciate the kind gesture as the pie was absolutely delicious. See you at the rodeo.

Crawford County Sheriff's Office November 19, 2020 Press Release In the evening hours of November 19, 2020, deputies responded to the 2700 block of Hwy MM, in Leasburg for a report of a missing person. It was believed that an elderly hunter had become lost and disoriented after his evening hunt. Family attempted a search of the area but were unsuccessful in locating him and contacted 911. After setting a perimeter, additional personnel and equipment from Leasburg Fire Depar...tment, North Crawford County Ambulance, Sullivan Police Department and Missouri Conservation responded to assist in the search for the subject. Contact was also made with our Canine Deputy Howard and his partner Max to respond. Upon arrival Canine Max located a scent trail, and he was able to lead searchers directly to the lost subject. We are very excited for our four legged deputy on his excellent track and that we were able to locate the subject for the family. The group effort by all agencies involved is a standard for what our local first responders do on a daily basis, and it does not go unnoticed. Thank you to all who assisted, and thank you to Crawford County Communications for helping facilitate the response and their support on the other end of the radio. The family was able to snap a photograph after the subject was cleared by EMS with searchers, the thankful hunter and very happy Canine Max! Sheriff Darin J. Layman Crawford County Sheriff's Office

Need a great job, with good pay and only work 14 days a month??? *****NOW HIRING******** The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting application...s for the position of Detention Officer/Jail Deputy. Starting Salary ranges from $32,000.00 to $37,580.00, based upon experience, education, and/or POST Certification. Shifts are 12 hours rotating every 28 days from days to nights. Must be able to work weekends and holidays. Must be able to perform in a fast-paced environment and be a team player. Contact Sgt. Matt Bennett for more information. Qualified applicants must be 18 years of age, have high school diploma or equivalent, be able to pass extensive background check and drug panel. The telephone number to contact is 573-775-2125 or stop by the Sheriff’s Office at 212 Third St., Steelville, Missouri, and pick up an application. This application may also be found on the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page. ***********A paper application is required for consideration.*********** Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office is an equal opportunity employer. 212 S 3rd St, Steelville, MO 65565, United States Steelville, Missouri 65565

Crawford County Sheriff's Office Press Release September 30, 2020 In the evening hours of September 29, 2020, members of the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office, along with members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Bourbon Police Department and the Sullivan Police Department proceeded to 100 block of Landers Road, to search for a wanted subject, Kevin Griffin. Griffin had an active probation & parole warrant, with no bond. Griffin had pending charges with our office associat...Continue reading

Crawford County Sheriff’s Office Press Release September 23, 2020 On September 22, 2020 at approximately 6:00 pm our office was notified of a subject wishing to harm himself and that he was traveling west on Interstate 44. Further information was received was that the subject was possibly armed and had a felony warrant for his arrest. Our deputies, along with assistance from Bourbon Police, Cuba Police, and MSHP, attempted to stop the vehicle near mile marker 218 in Bourbon, ...but the subject failed to yield and continued. Attempts were made to deploy tire deflation devices or spike strips, to slow or disable the vehicle. However, the subject continued and led deputies along various county roads and state highways between Crawford and Franklin County. The subject was traveling into oncoming traffic and committing various traffic offenses during this time. Near the intersection of Highway C and Highway 19, tire deflation devices were once again deployed and were successful. The subject continued south on Highway 19, and came to rest in the 4300 block of Hwy 19 at approximate 7:00 pm as the vehicle became disabled. A supervisor from our office attempted to establish communication with the subject through his patrol vehicle Public Address system and by cell phone. This attempt continued for approximately 50 minutes which required the shut down of north and south bound traffic on Highway 19. The subject failed to answer cell phone contacts and provided limited response to the PA system. MSHP offered assistance with a negotiator out of Troop I and had them responding to the scene. At approximately 7:57 pm, Deputies were able to establish that the subject was in distress and had become unresponsive. Deputies approached the vehicle and were able to remove the subject from the vehicle without incident. The subject was semi-conscious and breathing, with an apparent upper body injury. EMS that had been on standby responded and the subject was later flown to a hospital for treatment of injuries. Major Adam Carnal Chief Deputy Crawford County Sheriff's Office

Crawford County Sheriff's Office September 21, 2020 Crawford County Deputies will be participating in the Child Passenger Safety Enforcement Campaign, the week of September 20th through 26th. This campaign focuses on children not properly buckled or not in the correct child/booster seats. Please ensure that all children are in a properly installed safety seat at all times.... NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat

This date 19 years ago shook our country to its core, as we tried to understand what was occurring. 2,977 victims lost their lives, 412 of them were first responders doing their jobs. Today we remember all of those that lost their lives. The days following the attack were some of the proudest days Americans have ever seen. Our country set aside differences, hate, and disagreement, to come together with hope, pride, and love. In these tumultuous times occurring today, that feeling needs to be remembered, sought, and revered. Never forget.

Crawford County Sheriff's Office September 10, 2020 *Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign Results* The Crawford County Sheriff's Office participated in the... statewide Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign conducted August 21-September 7, 2020, for a total of 25 hours. During the enforcement effort, deputies made 47 traffic stops, issued a total of 9 summonses including: 2 charges of No Valid Operator License 3 Uninsured Motorist violations, 3 Speeding violations, 1 Following too Close and 1 summons for Marijuana Possession ; 45 warnings were written for various other traffic offenses. 1 Drug arrest was made, and 3 fugitives were apprehended. I believe the efforts of our deputies, along with other area law enforcement is having a great impact on the safety of the motoring public in our county, I ask that all drivers remember: It is never okay to drink and drive. Even one drink can be one drink too many. Drinking and driving is a choice; one you should never make. stated Sheriff Darin J. Layman. This campaign was sponsored by the Missouri Safety Center and funded by MODOT's Division of Highway Safety. Major Adam Carnal Chief Deputy Crawford County Sheriff's Office

In honor of National Dog Day, the CCSO would like to recognize K-9's Max and Leo. They are a valuable asset to our team.