Rick Harrell
Sheriff Harrell issues statement regarding Journal Investigation
Following the release of body camera footage through a Sunshine Law request, I want to take a moment to address our community directly regarding the tragic events of April 29,…

Lincoln Co. partners with Boone in inmate agreement
TROY - Up to 40 of Boone County’s pre-trial detainees are being temporarily housed at the Lincoln County Jail in an agreement made official last month.“This partnership among Missouri counties makes good use of existing space rather than asking taxpayers to fund costly new construction,” said Lincoln County Sheriff Rick Harrell. “It provides revenue that helps offset the cost of operating the jail and supports the broader mission of public safety in Lincoln County.

Journal Exclusive: Merkel adds Leah Chaney to defense team
Attorney who prosecuted Russ Faria twice for murder will defend former deputy accused of lying in both trials Gregory Orear General Manager/Editor TROY – A former Lincoln County sheriff’s deputy…

Merkel Charged With Three Felonies
By Gregory Orear General Manager/Editor The Lincoln County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office filed felony perjury charges against a former Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputy who provided false testimony that led to the…

Lincoln County Man Arrested on Child Pornography Charges
TROY – Authorites arrested a rural Lincoln County man Thursday night on charges of possession of child pornography amidst allegations he hid a camera in a bathroom. Jeremy Crouch, 40,…

Prosecutor Investigating Child Services In Deutsch Case
By Gregory OrearGeneral Manager/Editor LINCOLN COUNTY – The Lincoln County Prosecuting Attorney has started an investigation into the Missouri Division of Family Services for potential criminal wrongdoing involving the Brenda…
County Seeking Half-Cent Sales Tax for Sheriff's Department
LINCOLN COUNTY – With a sharp decline in the number of federal inmates housed at the Lincoln County Jail, Sheriff Rick Harrell is convinced his department is on the brink of a financial crisis.