Two arrested, methamphetamine seized in Sikeston raid

SIKESTON, Mo., (KBSI) — A search warrant executed by the Scott County Sheriff’s Office at a Sikeston residence led to the arrest of two individuals and the seizure of methamphetamine.

On Thursday, authorities searched 115 N. Ingram St. and found a clear plastic baggie containing methamphetamine on a tray between a couch and chair.

A clear glass pipe with white residue was also discovered in a vehicle, testing positive for methamphetamine.

Mr. Bess was arrested at the scene, and further investigation led to the arrest of Danielle Kempfer, a Sikeston resident, who was charged with possession of a controlled substance.

Kempfer was also connected to a standoff on Greer Street in Sikeston on Wednesday and faces additional charges of driving while revoked and hindering prosecution.

Both Bess and Kempfer are being held at the Scott County Jail. Sheriff Derick Wheetley of the Scott County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrests.