This list is a sampling of crime in Sedalia and the surrounding area. Information is taken from official police reports, which do not necessarily contain statements from all parties involved in each case.
6:12 a.m.: Lori Lynn Hadley, 51, of the 1600 block of South Engineer Avenue, was arrested after officers were dispatched to a business in the 200 block of West Broadway Boulevard in reference to a robbery. The suspect entered the store and was asked to leave. Hadley then told the employee to give her cigarettes and the money in the register and brandished scissors. The employee refused and called the police. The suspect stole a rose from the counter and fled. Hadley was located and transported to the Pettis County Jail pending charges of first-degree robbery, first-degree burglary, armed criminal action and resisting arrest.
12:48 p.m.: A business in the 1700 block of East Broadway Boulevard reported a subject stole several items from the store. The complainant was able to provide a plate number and still pictures from video surveillance. The subject was identified and charges are being sought for shoplifting.
10:05 a.m.: An officer was dispatched to a theft report for a previous theft in the 600 block of West 12th Street. The victim said someone stole a lawn mower.
2:12 p.m.: Officers were dispatched to a property damage call in the 400 block of West Seventh Street. The victim said someone smashed her phone.
10:58 p.m.: Officers took a report in the police department lobby regarding the theft of an animal in the 1100 block of South Harding Avenue. The complainant stated the family dog was stolen from his yard and has not been located. A report was made.
2:18 a.m.: An officer was dispatched to the 900 block of South Kentucky Avenue in reference to damage. The victim reported someone had intentionally thrown something through his door glass, causing damage. There are no suspects at this time.
11:41 p.m.: Officers responded to a business in the 1600 block of East Broadway Boulevard in reference to a disturbance. A subject had already left the scene and had stolen items from the store. Officers were able to identify the subject but we're not able to locate him. State charges are being submitted.
Compiled by Chris Howell.
