Jacksonville Arrests and Incidents Reported Over the Weekend

Law enforcement officials in Morgan and Pike counties responded to a series of arrests, accidents, thefts, and disturbances over the weekend and in recent days. Reports provide a detailed account of incidents involving multiple individuals and locations.

Morgan County Jail Bookings

• A 35-year-old Jacksonville man was booked at 10:24 p.m. Saturday on a charge of driving with a suspended license.

• A 29-year-old Alton woman was taken into custody at 11:16 a.m. Saturday on warrants for failing to appear in court regarding contempt of court and possession of methamphetamine.

• A 27-year-old Topeka, Kansas man was booked at 2:36 a.m. Friday on multiple charges, including theft, burglary, and probation violation related to aggravated battery. He also faced warrants for failing to appear in court on charges of theft, identity theft, domestic battery, obstructing justice, and illegal possession or transportation of liquor.

Vandalism Reported

• A window was reported broken at a residence in the 300 block of Cooper Street in Chapin. The report was filed at 8:56 p.m. Sunday.

Jacksonville Police Activity

Arrests and Citations

• A 40-year-old Jacksonville man was arrested at 3:52 p.m. Sunday for violating an order of protection.

Disturbances

• Police were called at 4:02 p.m. Sunday to the 600 block of South Diamond Street for a disturbance. Those involved were separated at the scene.

Accidents

• A 39-year-old Jacksonville woman was arrested for driving under the influence and cited for reckless driving after a crash at West Walnut and North Diamond streets. The incident occurred at 2:35 p.m. Sunday and involved a collision with a 37-year-old Jacksonville man’s vehicle.

• The woman and a 25-year-old passenger were both treated at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital for injuries.

Thefts and Burglaries

• A bicycle was reported stolen from the 700 block of East Chambers Street at 6:57 p.m. Sunday.

• At Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, 1809 W. Morton Ave., two women filled baskets with merchandise and left without paying. The incident was reported at 6:45 p.m. Sunday.

Other Reports

• Police responded at 10:07 a.m. Sunday to the 500 block of Pine Street after a report of a man walking with his arms tied behind his back. Officers determined the individual was simply wearing multiple bracelets.

Pike County Jail Bookings

• A 45-year-old Hannibal, Missouri woman was booked on Sunday on a warrant for failing to appear in court.

• A 25-year-old Pittsfield woman was taken into custody Saturday on an unspecified Adams County warrant.

• A 54-year-old Hazelwood, Missouri man was booked Friday on a warrant for failing to appear in court.

• A 25-year-old homeless man was booked on August 20 on a stalking charge and for failing to appear in court.

• A 34-year-old Alton man was booked on August 18 on a warrant for failing to appear in court.

• A 45-year-old Topeka man was booked on August 18 on charges of trespassing and possession of methamphetamine.

Pittsfield Police Arrests

• A 36-year-old Pittsfield man was booked into Pike County Jail on Saturday on a warrant for failing to appear in court.

• A 64-year-old Winchester woman was booked Thursday on charges including driving under the influence, driving on the shoulder, and possession of a controlled substance.

This roundup highlights the range of incidents handled by authorities, from traffic offenses and thefts to probation violations and substance-related charges.