Month: February 2023

A man from Rolla is facing charges of murder for allegedly killing his father.

Prosecutors have charged 19-year-old Samuel Karlinski with second-degree murder in the death of Ralph Karlinski Jr.

Investigators say they responded to the scene Monday morning following a call of shots fired, where they found the elder Karlinski dead.

Officers say he was shot three times.

A handgun and shell casings were recovered at the scene, and Samuel was arrested.

He told police that he shot his father in self-defense.

Officers with the West Plains Police Department are trying to locate a woman they believe was involved in a hit and run involving a pedestrian.

The woman in question was allegedly driving a car in the parking lot of the West Plains Walmart February 2 on Preacher Roe Boulevard near Highway 160 when she hit the pedestrian.

The condition of the pedestrian is not known at this time.

Police say they have identified the woman through photos, but have not released her name.

If you recognize the woman, who’s photo is the header of this article, contact West Plains Police at (417) 256-2244.

Prosecutors in Laclede County have filed charges against a previously convicted drug-trafficker for allegedly committing the crime again.

41-year-old Scott Bonner is charged with possession of drugs and trafficking of drugs. He served a 16 year sentence for similar charges in 2018, but was paroled last year.

Investigators say they attempted to stop Bonner along Owl Drive in Lebanon over the weekend, but he led authorities on a pursuit that finally ended near the intersection of Taylor and Mizer Street.

He then led Laclede County Sheriff’s deputies on a foot chase before being apprehended.

When they searched the vehicle, officers say they found 3.5 pounds of meth, 12 grams of heroin and over $5,000 in cash.