Bates County News

Friday, August 30, 2024

Miami County Pursuit Ends in Bates County

 On Tuesday, August 27, Bates County Deputies were notified of a pursuit that was initiated by the Miami County Sheriff’s Office that was entering Bates County. Deputies were able to intercept and join the pursuit on State Route AA.

Bates County Deputies were able to deploy stop sticks and hit one of the tires on the fleeing vehicle. A short time later the vehicle crashed at the intersection of County Road 5001 and the Bates/Cass county line.

The driver of the vehicle was taken into custody without further incident and was transported to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office Jail.



Butler Man Accused Of Rape Pleads Not Guilty On Wednesday

  According to a complaint filed by Bates County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Cody L. Johnson, on or about Sunday, April 20, 2025, Rowdy K...