Boone County Sheriff's Office - MO

10/21/2026

First Day of School Pics!

These are always a hit, so we will continue to share them.

Please meet the latest students at the Boone County Sheriff’s Office K9 Training Center. The 2026 fall Boone County Sheriff’s Office Basic K9 Training Course began this week, and we have eight agencies represented in this class! These agencies include the Howard County Sheriff’s Office, Randolph County Sheriff's Office, Moberly Police Department, St. Peters Police Department , Audrain County Sheriff's Office, O'Fallon Missouri Police Department, Maries County Sheriff’s Office , St. Louis County Police Department.

10/20/2026

Media and Public Information Release

On 10/19/2026, at approximately 5:17 pm, Boone County deputies were dispatched to investigate a report of shots fired in the 3600 block of N Route J. The caller reported the driver of another vehicle had pointed a fi***rm at them and discharged the fi***rm.

During the investigation, probable cause was developed to believe Dillon R. Ames, age 30 of Armstrong, MO, was driving carelessly on eastbound Highway 40 by passing when unsafe and causing oncoming traffic to swerve to avoid a collision. The complainant reported that the Ames then cut in on their vehicle, so they honked at Ames. The complainant said Ames then “brake checked” them but they were able to pass Ames’ vehicle.

The complainant advised they turned north on Route J and Ames followed. The complainant said Ames was then “tailgating” them, so they hit their brakes to get Ames to back off. The complainant reported that Ames then produced a handgun and pointed it at the complainant’s vehicle. The complainant reported Ames then stopped his vehicle, allowed a passenger to exit, and the complainant heard two gunshots.

The passenger that exited Ames’ vehicle was located and interviewed. Witnesses, including a passenger in the complainant’s vehicle at the time of the incident, provided corroborating statements.

Ames was located by law enforcement personnel in Fayette, MO, and was found to be operating a vehicle matching the description of what had been reported. A handgun was also found to be in Ames’ possession. Ames was transported to the Boone County Jail, where probable cause was developed to believe Ames was intoxicated.

Ames was arrested and booked into the Boone County Jail. On 10/20/2026, the Boone County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged Ames, and a no bond warrant was issued for Ames for the following offenses:
• Assault 1st Degree (2 counts)
• Armed Criminal Action (3 counts)
• Unlawful Use of Weapon
• DWI – Prior Offender
• Operated a Motor Vehicle in a Careless and Impudent Manner

All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

10/20/2026

Upcoming Prescription Drug Take Back

A Prescription Drug Take Back event will be held in Boone County October 23rd and 24th, 2026, at six different locations around Boone County.

The six sites include:

October 23rd (10 am - 2 pm)
* MU Student Center
* Harry S Truman VA Hospital

October 24th (10 am - 2 pm)
* Centralia Police Department
* Hallsville Police Department
* Kilgore’s in Ashland
* Hickman High School

The Boone County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the officers from the Ashland, Centralia, Columbia, Hallsville, University of Missouri, and Veteran’s Administration Police Departments for their partnership in this event. We would further like to thank the Columbia Public School District, the VA Hospital, the University of Missouri, Kilgore’s Pharmacy in Ashland, as well as the cities of Centralia, and Hallsville for allowing their facilities to be designated collection sites for this event.

All medications collected will be turned over to the DEA for proper disposal

10/15/2026

Media and Public Information Release

On 10/14/2026, at around 8:00 pm, deputies with the Boone County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the area of N Farrar Road and East Circle Drive for a report of a disturbance with a weapon.

Initial information received indicated a subject had been stabbed during the incident. While enroute to the scene, a suspect description was provided, and the caller advised the suspect had left on foot. As they were responding, deputies located and detained the suspect, identified as Cody David Bass (age 32) near the roundabout at Missouri 763 and Prathersville Road.

Upon arrival at the scene, a victim who had sustained lacerations consistent with being assaulted with a knife was located. The victim’s injuries were non-life threatening. The victim identified Bass as the suspect who had caused their injuries.

Bass was arrested for Assault 2nd, Armed Criminal Action, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. Bass was then booked into the Boone County Jail, where he is currently being held without bond.

All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

09/12/2026

Media and Public Information Release

On 09/06/2026, around 1:30 am to 2:00 am, Boone County deputies responded to assist the Columbia Police Department with crowd control and disturbances in the area of Walnut Street and Ninth Street. Multiple people were arrested by the Columbia Police Department, but a crowd continued to linger in the area.

At around 2:45 am, at least one gunshot was heard, and it was believed to come from the courtyard near the Boone County Courthouse and the Boone County Government Center. Two individuals were contacted and they advised they had been walking through the courtyard while being following by another subject, who was yelling at them and calling them names. They further reported the subject drew a fi***rm equipped with a laser and pointed the fi***rm at them shortly before they heard a loud bang.

Deputies were unable to locate the suspect, a fi***rm, any persons with injuries from gunfire, or any damage to property; however, the Sheriff’s Office continued to investigate.

During the investigation, multiple video recordings were recovered and probable cause was developed to believe Lorenzo R. Estes, age 33 of Columbia, displayed a handgun equipped with a laser and pointed the fi***rm/laser at the victims in the area of the courtyard near the Boone County Courthouse and Government Center during the incident on 09/06/2026 before discharging the handgun into the air.

On 09/10/2026, Lorenzo R. Estes was located and arrested by the Boone County Sheriff’s Office and he was booked into the Boone County Jail. On 09/11/2026, the Boone County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged Estes and a warrant was issued for his arrest on the following charges:

• Unlawful Use of a Weapon – Subsection 4 – Exhibiting
• Armed Criminal Action
• Assault 4th Degree – Pursuant to Subdivision (2), (4) – 2 Counts
• Unlawful Discharge of a Fi***rm – 1st Offense

Estes bond was set at $25,000 and he is currently being held in the Boone County Jail.

All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

09/08/2026

Our Cyber Crimes Unit receiving some recognition for some hard work. They really are a special group of investigators!

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Missouri announced eight prosecutions arising from a proactive investigation by the Boone County Cyber Crimes Taskforce.
During the week of June 22, 2026, the Boone County Sheriff’s Office conducted a proactive undercover operation seeking out potential online child sexual predators. Undercover law enforcement posed as a minor female on an online platform advertising “escort” services. Each of the individuals below traveled to an agreed upon location to engage in sexual activity with a minor. https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdmo/pr/eight-charged-boone-county-cyber-crime-investigation-involving-minors-and-sex

09/02/2026

Training doesn’t stop when you earn the badge.

At the Boone County Sheriff’s Office, our deputies have access to training designed to prepare them for the situations they may face every day while serving our community.

From developing advanced interpersonal skills through training on de-escalation and mental health crisis responses, to the use of advanced simulator technologies, emergency driving training, virtual-reality training, live-fire exercises, and multi-agency coordination, we continue to invest in our employees long after initial training is complete.

If you’re looking for an agency where you can continue learning, developing, and challenging yourself throughout your career, take a look at BCSO.

Apply now at BCSOJobs.com or speak with the Professional Development Unit at 573-875-1111 for any questions.

09/01/2026

🐾 NATIONAL POLICE DOG DAY 🐾

Today we recognize the four-legged members of our team who serve Boone County every day.

Our K9s track, protect, and serve with incredible drive, loyalty, and heart. They work in conditions most people would never choose with unwavering dedication. Behind every K9 is a partnership built on countless hours of training, trust, and teamwork.

We celebrate them not simply as working dogs, but as partners, protectors, and members of our law enforcement family.

Happy National Police Dog Day!

08/20/2026

Media and Public Information Release

On 08/20/2026, at approximately 8:55 am, deputies with the Boone County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to investigate an assault with a weapon that had occurred in the 10800 block of E Bozarth Lane. The caller reported they were contacted by the victim, who advised Clinton M. Mclain (age 47 of Columbia) had fired a weapon inside a residence.

Upon arrival, deputies contacted the victim, who was no longer at the residence. The victim reported Mclain pointed a fi***rm at them during a disagreement and threatened the victim. The victim further reported Mclain discharged the fi***rm in the direction of the victim, and a bullet struck a wall near where the victim was seated. The victim reported Mclain was currently at the residence with two children, who were also present when the fi***rm was discharged inside the residence.

Mclain was then located at the residence and arrested. Deputies located a bullet hole in a wall inside the residence consistent with the victim’s statement.

Mclain was transported to the Boone County Jail, where he was processed for the following charges:

• Domestic Assault - 1st degree
• Armed Criminal Action
• Unlawful Use of a Weapon
• Endangering the Welfare of a Child (2 counts)

There were no people found to be injured during this incident.

All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

08/20/2026

Media and Public Information Release

On 08/20/2026, at approximately 2:15 am, deputies with the Boone County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the 1500 block of W Route K to investigate a call received by Boone County Joint Communication. The male caller had contacted Boone County Joint Communications to report he was needing help and hung up but called back a few minutes later. The male reported he had hurt one person so far and was armed with a hatchet, hammer, and knife. He also indicated he was homicidal and asked for intervention.

Deputies arrived on scene and contacted the male, who was identified as Martin Paddie Jr. (age 56 of Rockford, Illinois). Paddie was visibly upset, stated he had killed someone, and advised he wanted to turn himself in. Paddie further explained he had randomly picked up a subject (referred to further in this post as the victim) on the Business Loop and drove the victim out into the unincorporated portion of Boone County. Paddie said he then pulled over and assaulted the victim with a hatchet. Deputies located a hatchet and evidence to support the assault claim. Paddie advised he wanted help because he didn't want to hurt anyone else. Deputies were unable to locate the victim nearby, but deputies continued to investigate while Paddie was detained.

At around 4:26 am, deputies were dispatched to the 8800 block of S Barry Road for a trespass subject. The complainant reported seeing a male on his property who appeared to be covered in blood. Deputies arrived on scene and contacted an adult male victim, who said a male subject unknown to the victim drove upon him while he was walking. The victim further advised the driver proceeded to attack him with a hatchet. The victim had significant visible injuries, which appeared consistent with wounds from being attacked with a hatchet and was transported to a local hospital, where he was in stable condition.

Probable cause was established to arrest Martin Paddie Jr. for Assault 1st Degree, Armed Criminal Action and Robbery 1st degree. On 08/20/2026, charges were filed by the Boone County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, and a no bond warrant was issued for Paddie for these charges.

All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.