Stopping Meth: Is This The Solution?

Town and Country and Manchester police weigh in on the issue of meth moving into St. Louis County. Plus, a new drug that could eliminate the meth making process.

Police Offering Prescription Drug Drop-off Day

Residents can drop off old or unwanted prescription drugs Saturday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Theft Tops Manchester Police Blotter

Stolen tools and more are reported in Manchester's most recent police blotter. The following information was supplied by the Manchester Police Department.

Town and Country Theft Alert

Police are searching for a suspect after a purse was stolen in a school parking lot.

Town and Country Police Corporal Receives Life Saving Award

Corporal Chris Moore pulled a driver from a burning car, now he's being honored by the American Red Cross. Watch the dash cam video here.

Homeowner Speaks Out After Meth Lab Fire in Basement

After an apparent meth lab fire in her basement and three arrests, a Manchester homeowner talks to 'Patch' about what happened that night and what her future holds.

St. Louis County 10 Most Wanted Fugitives

To report a sighting of this person or any of the individuals on St. Louis County's Most Wanted list, please call 314-615-4692 or contact St. Louis Regional Crimestoppers at 866-371-8477 (TIPS).

Assault Victim Stops in Town and Country For Help

A man who was assaulted in Ballwin, stopped at a Town and Country gas station for help Thursday night.

Manchester Meth Lab Update: Prosecutor Reviewing Case

The St. Louis County Prosecutor's Office is now reviewing the case of the Manchester meth lab fire to determine if warrants will be issued.

St. Louis Area Has New Fire Chiefs Association President

Monarch Fire Protection District's fairly new fire chief, Thomas Vineyard, was voted by his peers to head the St. Louis metropolitan region's group for all fire chiefs.

Woman Tasered, Arrested by Town and Country Police

Woman is tasered and arrested for interfering with police during an incident at Dave's World Famous Bar and Grill.

Mug Shots Released of Three Arrested in Manchester Meth Lab Fire

Three people are charged in connection to the March 22 meth lab explosion in the basement of a Manchester neighborhood. One already has a suspended prison sentence for a prior drug charge.

Property Damage, Theft Top Manchester Police Blotter

Residents report damaged cars and theft in Manchester's most recent police blotter. The following information was supplied by the Manchester Police Department.

Charges Expected Monday in Manchester Meth Lab Explosion

Manchester police expect at least three people to be formally charged Monday in connection to the March 22 meth lab explosion in the basement of a neighborhood.

Pizza Making Intruder, Woman Slashed Over TV Show

A roundup of odd and unusual crimes in and around the St. Louis area.

Drug Arrests Top Latest Town & Country Crimes

Town & Country police report drug arrests and theft in this most recent police blotter.

Police ID Suspect in Westminster Thefts

Town and Country police are searching for one man they said has a history of burglary and another woman in connection to the March thefts.

UPDATE: Neighbor Reacts, 3 Arrested, Homeowner Burned After Toxic Manchester Meth Lab Blast

More details Friday on the meth lab explosion that landed one woman in the hospital and has three people facing charges. Neighbors said they recently noticed some suspicious activity.

Drug Lab Blamed For Manchester Home Explosion

Crews on the scene tell Patch a meth lab is to blame for a Manchester home explosion Thursday night.

Female Police Officer Speaks Out Against Sexual Harassment & Lawsuit

Former Town and Country police officer Shannon Woolsey filed suit against the city for acts of sexual harassment during her ten years with the force. She speaks about the suit and an article she wrote on the issue.

Town and Country Burglary Suspects in Police Custody

Two men who police wanted to talk to in connection to a recent burglary in Town and Country are now in police custody.

Guilty Pleas Wrap Up State Sex Charges Against Parkway Coach

Brent Woody was already sentenced for crossing state lines with a minor for purpose of having sex.

Burglary Has Police Searching For Two 'Persons of Interest'

Police want to talk to these two in connection to a recent burglary. The following information was supplied by the Town and Country Police Department.

Police Investigate Westminster Thefts, Burglary, Property Damage

Town and Country police have recovered computers stolen from Westminster's parking lot, but are still investigating the theft, plus a reported burglary and property damage.

UPDATE: Slain Children, Mother Members of Manchester's St. Joseph Church

A mother and her three children found shot to death in apparent murder-suicide attended St. Joseph Church in Manchester. The pastor of that church and the family have issued statements, but funeral arrangements will not be released.

Parkway Children and Mother Found Shot to Death

The bodies of three young children from West County and their mother were found this weekend, all suffered gunshot wounds.

Former Town & Country Police Officer Files Sexual Harassment Suit

The suit filed in St. Louis County court this week alleges Shannon Woolsey was harassed by fellow officers while serving as the only female officer in the department.

Manchester Police Searching For Smash and Grab Thieves

Thieves hit two businesses and made off with about $50, police said.

An Unusual Stabbing in the Hood

A roundup of odd and unusual crimes in and around the St. Louis area.

Who Picks Up the Phone When You Dial 911?

West County EMS, the fire and paramedic service that covers both Town and Country and Manchester, may soon have its calls routed through a larger dispatch service.

False Alarm Evacuates Manchester Walmart

Manchester Walmart was evacuated briefly Monday afternoon after an alarm sounded.

Former Parkway Central Coach Brent Woody Sentenced to Prison

The former basketball coach was sentenced to more than 12 years in prison Monday for transporting a minor across state lines to engage in sexual activity. Read the federal indictment here which includes the alleged videotaping of sexual acts.

Woman Pleads Guilty To Supplying Town And Country Doctor With Altered Cancer Drugs

A California woman pleaded guilty to distributing adulterated cancer drugs to Town and Country doctor Abid Nisar.

Theft Tops Most Recent Manchester Crimes

Stealing and a coupon scam top the most recent police blotter. The following information was supplied by the Manchester Police Department.

Parkway Practices 'Lockdown' Drills Similar to Ohio Shooting School

Parkway officials "shocked" by Monday's high school shooting that reportedly left two students dead.

Manchester Drug Bust Part of Larger Operation

Police tell 'Patch' two pounds of marijuana were seized in a Manchester drug bust and more arrests may be coming.

Theft, Property Damage Top Manchester Police Blotter

Shoplifting and damage to a car top the most recent police blotter. The following information was supplied by the Manchester Police Department.

West County Fire Crews Help With Hanna Road Garage Fire

Manchester fire crews help with Valley Park fire. Check out the photos sent in by a resident.

Manchester Drug Related Arrest Friday Morning

One person was taken into police custody after a search at home off Sulphur Spring Road Friday morning.

Town & Country Police Warn: Another Prowler Alert

Police say it's the second prowler call on the same street within the past week.