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Female struck by car; Fatal crash investigation along MO-171
JOPLIN, Mo. — Early Thursday, December 8, at 6:13 a.m. area first-responders were alerted to a fatal traffic crash involving a female pedestrian near MO-171 and Swede Lane in the eastbound lanes.
Capt William Davis updates information on a media release, “She has been identified as Cheyanne Funk, age 22 of Joplin. Next of kin has been notified. The driver of the vehicle involved in the collision was not injured. Members of the Joplin Police Department Major Crash Team are actively investigating the crash.”
EARLIER INFORMATION
Cpl Sean Higgins of the Joplin Police Dept tells KOAM’s Shannon Becker the adult female was pronounced deceased on the scene. “She was attempting to cross the highway.”
JPD Sgt Jared Delzell says their Major Crash Team is investigating.
The driver was not impaired. The driver was not arrested.
Press Release- Fatality Crash 12-08-22
Numerous agencies responded to the scene including MoDOT Emergency Response, Joplin Fire Dept, Joplin Police, Missouri State Highway Patrol, Jasper County Deputies, Webb City Fire, Webb City Police.
Traffic is being affected by MO-171 lane closures:
- MO-171 East of Stone’s Corner Roundabout
- MO-171 West of St. Louis/Prairieflower Road
We will update more information here as we continue to follow this breaking news story.
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How Feed the 4-States helps local food banks
PITTSBURG, Kan. — A lot of 4-staters rely on food banks and Wesley House is one of these food banks about 5,000 people rely on. These places need your help. Especially around the holiday season. They feel strained as more people need help on the holidays. FOX 14’s 16th annual Feed the 4-States is here! You can donate monetarily on our website. We are accepting donations through the 31st of December.
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News To Know: KBI homicide investigation, Neosho’s dog park
NEOSHO COUNTY, Kan. – On December 6, at around 5:00 pm, Neosho County, Kansas Sheriff deputies went to 6845 160th Road in rural Chanute. This follows a welfare check after the Cumberland County, North Carolina, Sheriff’s Office called with information causing concern for a woman who lived at that home. Deputies searched the property and found the body of 47-year-old Elaina M. Asprea next to a field near the home. The Neosho County Sheriff’s Office and Kansas Bureau of Investigation are looking into the case as a homicide. Authorities in Fayetteville, North Carolina, have developed a person of interest in the case. Click here if you would like to read the entire article.
JOPLIN, Mo. – For the fourth time in a two-week span a Range Line convenient store has been burglarized. Two times in the last two days. These smash-and-grab burglaries have all occurred overnight during closing hours as persons break windows, and/or doors, to gain access, then quickly run inside and grab items before police can respond to the alarm. If anyone has information on the identity of the individuals, contact the Joplin Police Department at 417-623-3131. If you would like to read the entire article, click here.
SARCOXIE, Mo. — On December 7, at about 5 am, reports of a fire in the 200 block of 8th Street alerted Jasper County E-911. According to the report, the fire started at the rear of the home. On arrival active flames and smoke were visible. The two adults of the residence were out safely. Red Cross was requested to assist the two adults who are displaced as a result of the fire. Click here to read more about this story.
NEOSHO, Mo. – Scenic Park in Neosho is getting a new addition as construction begins on a new dog park. Features range from cones to dogs can run through, a bridge for dogs, a bench for grooming, and even dog watering stations. It will be free to the public and is expected to open on January 31st. If you would like to read more about this story, click here.
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Vehicle overturns on I-44 at Joplin, motor blocks passing lane
JOPLIN, Mo. – About 9:30 p.m. Wednesday evening, December 7, reports of a rollover crash along I-44 near 5.9 marker west alerted Joplin E-911.
Joplin Fire Dept, Joplin Police Dept, METS ambulance and Newton County Ambulance responded.
On scene we learn the westbound vehicle overturned and the motor was blocking the passing lane.
The driver was transported to an area hospital with unknown injuries. However they were alert and awake talking to staff. Tipsters tell us the driver was standing near the vehicle.
Both westbound lanes were blocked for about 30 minutes and traffic slowly began one lane westbound.
Watch for updates here. Light rain and 47°, wet pavement was observed at the time of the crash.
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Construction begins on new dog park in Neosho
NEOSHO, Mo. – Scenic Park in Neosho is getting a new addition.
Construction has begun on a new dog park. The city paid more than $17,000 with a separate $15,000 donation for the fencing and some features.
Features range from cones to dogs can run through, a bridge for dogs, a bench for grooming, and even dog watering stations.
The Parks and Recreation Department also applied for a $25,000 grant to add more features.
The dog park has been an addition visitors have been asking for.
It will be free to the public and is expected to open on January 31st.
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Better Business Bureau sees an uptick in pet scams
JOPLIN – Mo. – The Better Business Bureau says pet scams will reach 2 million dollars in North America.
The Better Business Bureau says that the number of pet scams have decreased but the cost have them have gone up.
“The average amount that a consumer is losing is an average of $850 in 2022, which is up from about $755 in 2021,” says Pamela Hernandez, Regional Director of the BBB.
One way the BBB recommends avoiding this scam is seeing the pet before the purchase, via video chat or reverse image search online.
Another safe route that the BBB suggests is adoption, and it benefits your local shelters which are often full.
To find where you can adopt a new family friend click here.
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Rangeline store victim of smash-and-grab burglaries 4 times in 2 weeks
JOPLIN, Mo. – For the fourth time in a two week span a Rangeline convenient store has been burglarized. Two times in the last two days.
Joplin Police Capt William Davis tells us they are investigating all of the break-ins.
These smash-and-grab burglaries have all occurred overnight during closing hours as persons break windows, and/or doors, to gain access. Then quickly run inside and grab items before police can respond to the alarm.
Staff at Zips, 1201 South Rangeline, tell KOAM’s Shannon Becker they are fed up with it. The cost of the glass is in the thousands of dollars, and that doesn’t count the merchandise being stolen.
Plus it is not stopping. They are coming back again and again and again.
“Vapes. Cartridges for Vapes, then they sell them online.”
Zips staff shared security video of the overnight smash-and-grab from Wednesday, December 7, 2022. After two males and one female broke doors and windows with rocks, a pair enter the store, male and female. The female had a backpack ready to fill and quickly went behind the counter to grab vapes. The male went into a back room and took a large bottle of Fireball Whiskey placing it in the backpack. The female also grabbed a beverage out of the normal coolers before fleeing out the same way, through a broken window. All done in about 60 seconds.
BURGLARY REPORTS TO JOPLIN POLICE
- November 23, (Wed) 2:47 a.m. NOTE: two males and one female
- November 26, (Sat) 3:46 a.m. NOTE: two males and one female
- December 5, (Mon) 1:43 a.m. NOTE: two males and one female
- December 7, (Wed) 1:08 a.m. NOTE: two males and one female
Capt Davis asks if anyone has information on the identify of the individuals to contact the Joplin Police Dept at 417-623-3131.
This is a breaking news story, stay with Joplin News First on KOAM News Now as we continue to learn more.
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FULL INTERVIEW: Webb City’s John Roderique on decision to retire as head football coach
WEBB CITY, Mo. – (WATCH) Webb City’s John Roderique visits with us about his decision to retire as the Cardinals’ head football coach after 26 years.
Roderique talks about why now is the right time, what’s next for him, his final meeting with his players, how he wants to be remembered and more.
Interview Pt. 1 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jUhSC9CEMrY
Interview Pt. 2 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFgcUG8ZV1E
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