Two Arrested in Southwest Missouri Highway Patrol Stops

Drivers charged with DWI, other violations in Jasper and Newton counties

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested two drivers in separate incidents in Jasper and Newton counties over the weekend. Patricia A. Ransom, 49, of Kearney, was charged with driving while intoxicated and failure to pull over as far to the right as possible. Brian S. Kimbrough, 56, of Goodman, was charged with felony DWI, driving on the wrong side of the road, careless and imprudent driving, driving with a suspended license, no insurance, and not wearing a seatbelt.

Why it matters

Impaired and reckless driving pose serious risks to public safety on Missouri highways. These arrests highlight the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to crack down on dangerous driving behaviors and get intoxicated drivers off the roads.

The details

According to the Missouri Highway Patrol, Ransom was pulled over on March 2nd for failing to drive on the right side of the road. Kimbrough was stopped on March 3rd for crossing the center line and other violations. Both drivers were arrested and charged with multiple offenses.

  • The incidents occurred on March 2 and March 3, 2026.

The players

Patricia A. Ransom

A 49-year-old resident of Kearney, Missouri who was arrested for driving while intoxicated and failure to pull over.

Brian S. Kimbrough

A 56-year-old resident of Goodman, Missouri who was arrested for felony driving while intoxicated, driving on the wrong side of the road, careless and imprudent driving, driving with a suspended license, no insurance, and not wearing a seatbelt.

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The takeaway

These arrests underscore the importance of law enforcement vigilance and public awareness in preventing impaired and dangerous driving on Missouri roads. Drivers must remain sober and attentive behind the wheel to protect themselves and others.