Bates County News

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

3 Arrested In Burglary And Theft Investigation

The Vernon county sheriff's office was able to obtain charges for burglary and theft in Vernon county. After a two week long investigation Vernon county investigators with the assistance of the Rich Hill Police department and the Bates county sheriff's office were able to get three suspects in custody.

Sheriff Buehler stated that "working together with agencies continues to show progress and making Vernon county a safer place". Names of the suspects have not been released at this time.



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