Monticello Live

Image from a year ago, showing Marquis Martin missing. His body was recovered one month later.

Marquis Martin, a 27-year-old Wilmar man, went missing a year ago today. Marquis was an employee of Drew Central Schools, as well as McDonald’s.

Marquis’ remains were located on March 9, north of Wilmar.

The investigation and search for Marquis’ killer(s) has never led to an arrest of a suspect(s).

MLive spoke to Prosecuting Attorney Thomas Deen,  who confirmed the he recently spoke to investigators on the case, including discussion of their most recent interviews.  Deen wanted to assure the county that the case is still being investigated, although he hasn’t  received the official case file.

MLive is planning 2 other interviews, today, in relation to the murder of Marquis Martin.

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It is with great regret and sadness that we inform you of the passing of our friend and colleague Sgt. AC Simpson, Jr.

AC was full time with the Drew County Sheriff’s Department since August 2001; however, his career began as an auxiliary deputy in 1985.  

The family of AC will be honoring his request; therefore, there will be no funeral service.

We will continue to lift AC’s entire family up in prayer.

He will truly be missed by his family, friends, this department and this community.  

Sheriff Mark Gober

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According to Monticello Police Chief Jason Akers, MPD arrested three suspects in connection with a drive by shooting that occurred on January 2, 2021. (more…)

According to Monticello Police Chief Jason Akers, The Monticello Police Department is investigating a shooting incident that occurred at a residence on Willis Street last night where two people were injured due to the gunfire. Both of the injured persons were sent to Drew Memorial and transferred to other facilities and at last report were in stable condition. (more…)

Patrol Officer David Menotti was selected by Chief Jason Akers as Officer of the Year.

Officer Menotti led the department in significant arrests. Chief Akers said Officer Menotti is consistent, professional and is always wanting to learn. He’s definitely got a bright future in law enforcement.

Officer Menotti is a veteran of the Air Force who has served in several overseas deployments and was recently promoted to Master Sergeant in the Air Force Reserves. His dedication to his county and the citizens of Monticello is unmatched.

 Ms. Johnson served as a dispatcher for Dermott Police Department prior to coming on board in Monticello.

Chief Akers said that Ms. Johnson’s experience, her ability to deal with the public and her professionalism are some of the factors that make her an asset to the citizens of Monticello.

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Friday afternoon, October 23, at 12:35, 2 individuals lost their lives in a head-on collision, on HWY 425, north of Monticello. (more…)

A pair of Drew County Circuit Court cases were resolved, Monday, when the two defendants each accepted guilty pleas (more…)

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According to Monticello Police Chief Jason Akers, the Monticello Police Department has recovered the body of a missing Monticello man identified as Phillip Barnett, age 57, of Monticello. (more…)

The Monticello Police Department is requesting the public’s help in locating a Monticello man who was last seen on the afternoon of Saturday, October 10th near Pope Street. (more…)

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The Monticello Police Department is investigating a hit and run accident involving a pedestrian on Tuesday.

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Wednesday morning, at or before 8 AM, Federal Bureau of Investigation agents were seen serving a search warrant on a Monticello home, near the country club. (more…)