Cabool man arrested for stealing pickup truck

Suspect claims victim took his own vehicle first

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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Police in Cabool, Missouri have arrested Shawn Morris for allegedly stealing a pickup truck and driving it to a local Casey's convenience store, where he was found by authorities. Morris claims he took the truck because the victim had previously taken his own vehicle.

Why it matters

Vehicle theft is a serious crime that can have significant impacts on victims, including financial loss and disruption to their daily lives. This case highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in addressing property crimes in small communities.

The details

According to police, officers received a report of a stolen pickup truck on Tuesday morning. The truck was located at a Casey's store in Cabool, and Morris was found inside the store. Morris allegedly told authorities that he took the truck because the victim had previously taken his own vehicle.

  • The police received the report of the stolen pickup truck on Tuesday morning.
  • The stolen truck was located at a Casey's store in Cabool.

The players

Shawn Morris

The suspect who was arrested for allegedly stealing the pickup truck.

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What they’re saying

“Morris allegedly told authorities that he took the truck because the victim had previously taken his own vehicle.”

— Shawn Morris (ecommnewsnetwork.com)

What’s next

Morris is accused of stealing a motor vehicle and 1st degree tampering with a motor vehicle. His bond is set at $25,000.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in addressing property crimes, even in small communities, and the importance of thorough investigations to determine the full circumstances surrounding such incidents.