Bates County News

Monday, March 9, 2026

Three Juveniles Apprehended After Occupying Stolen Vehicle

On 03/09/26, just after 5:15 a.m., a Cass County deputy attempted to stop a vehicle that had been reported stolen to the Harrisonville Police Department, near the area of Interstate 49 and Missouri Route 291.

A pursuit ensued after the driver failed to yield to the deputy’s emergency equipment.

The pursuit ended in a single-vehicle crash near Peculiar Way.

Two suspects were taken into custody on scene and a third was arrested after fleeing on foot for a short time.

All three occupants of the vehicle are juveniles and their identities will not be released.

All three were taken to area hospitals for precautionary reasons.

Charges in this case will be referred to the Cass County Juvenile Division.



 

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