Investigations Division:

Our Investigations Division is responsible for further investigation of felony cases reported by victims in Newton County. Cases may include burglary, felony theft, vehicle tampering, crimes against children, financial crimes, felony assault, etc.

The Investigation Division consists of 7 detectives, each assigned to investigate particular types of cases. Click on their name to send an e-mail.

Our agency also employs a Victim's Services Advocate who provides resources and services to victim's of crime. To find out more about Missouri's Crime Victim's Compensation Fund, click here.

​The investigations division is supervised by Investigations Lieutenant Andy Pike. 

Detective Dale Brashers - Animal Theft/Motor Vehicle Theft

Detective Wanda Williams - Evidence/Major Case

Detective Todd Morgan - Financial Crimes

Detective Brad Black - Crimes Against Children

Detective Jerry Hornback - Property Crimes/Homicides

Jr. Detective Ryan Berry - Property Crimes

Two detectives are assigned to investigate drug crimes.

Investigative Assistant Tasha Schriever - Victim's Services

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Questions regarding Evidence:

Inquiries related to retrieving seized property/evidence can be made to Detective Williams.
Monday through Friday from 8:30AM to 3:30PM:
Call 417-451-8300 and request to speak with Evidence.
To expedite this process, have your case number available.

Victim Advocate/Victim Services:

Victim advocates are professionals trained to support victims of crime. Advocates offer victims information, emotional support, and help finding resources and filling out paperwork. Sometimes, advocates go to court with victims. Advocates may also contact organizations, such as criminal justice or social service agencies, to get help or information for victims.

• Providing information on victimization;
• Providing information on crime prevention;
• Providing information on victims' legal rights and protections;
• Providing information on the criminal justice process;
• Providing emotional support to victims;
• Helping victims with safety planning;
• Helping victims with victim compensation applications;
• Notifying victims of inmates' release or escape.

​Contact Victim's Advocate Tasha Schriever at 417-451-8300 Ext. 239 during normal business hours.

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