Pursuit Ends in Arrest and Drug Seizure

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 21, 2025

Pursuit Ends in Arrest and Drug Seizure
On July 20, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., a Maries County Sheriff's Deputy attempted to stop a motorcycle for exceeding the posted speed limit within the city limits of Vienna. The operator failed to yield, fleeing westbound on Highway 42 at a high rate of speed.

During the pursuit, the motorcycle operator ran multiple stop signs and made several dangerous passing maneuvers. The chase continued onto Highway 133, where the motorcycle reached speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour as it headed toward the Dixon area.

Upon entering the city of Dixon, the motorcycle failed to negotiate a turn and left the roadway. The operator then attempted to flee on foot but was apprehended a short distance away by the pursuing deputy.
Once identified, the deputy discovered the suspect had a revoked driver's license and did not possess a motorcycle endorsement. It was also confirmed that the individual had an active felony arrest warrant out of Franklin County.

A search of the suspect's belongings revealed 17 capsules of suspected fentanyl, a syringe, and two orange pills identified as a Schedule II controlled substance.
The suspect was evaluated by medical personnel and subsequently transported to the Maries County Jail.

A probable cause statement has been submitted to the Maries County Prosecuting Attorney recommending charges for the following offenses:

Felony Resisting Arrest
Delivery of a Controlled Substance
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Driving While Revoked
Careless and Imprudent Driving
Failure to Maintain a Single Lane
Excessive Speed (26+ mph over the posted limit)
Failure to Stop at Stop Signs
No Motorcycle Endorsement
No Vehicle Registration
No Valid Insurance

I would like to commend my deputies for their dedication and the professional manner in which they handled this incident. I also extend my sincere thanks to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Pulaski County Sheriff's Office, and Dixon Ambulance District for their assistance. Thanks to the coordinated efforts and quick response of our first responders, this dangerous situation was brought to a safe and successful conclusion.

Sheriff Mark Morgan
Maries County Sheriff's Office