Suspect From Arkansas Investigated In Multi-County Missouri School Burglaries

Suspect From Arkansas Investigated In Multi-County Missouri School Burglaries

Authorities have identified Curtis Lee Barton, a 40-year-old Arkansas man, as the primary suspect in a multi-state school burglary ring that hit 14 Missouri schools—including institutions in Cass and Bates Counties—and two in Iowa over the last three months. Barton, who was previously convicted for similar crimes in 2017 and 2018, was recently arrested and … Read more

Man From Arkansas Arrested For Breaking Into Schools In Missouri, Lowa

Man From Arkansas Arrested For Breaking Into Schools In Missouri, Lowa

A comprehensive multi-state investigation has culminated in the arrest of Curtis L. Barton, a 40-year-old man from Jacksonville, Arkansas. Barton is suspected of committing over 30 commercial burglaries, primarily targeting school districts across Missouri and Iowa. The coordinated efforts of law enforcement agencies from multiple states led to his apprehension on April 29, 2025. Details … Read more