Highway Patrol Arrests February 15-17

Charges include DWI, drug possession, and other offenses in Southwest Missouri

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a series of arrests in Southwest Missouri over the February 15-17 weekend, including charges for driving while intoxicated, drug possession, and other offenses. The arrests took place across several counties in the region.

Why it matters

Impaired driving and drug-related crimes are ongoing public safety concerns in many communities. These arrests highlight the continued efforts by law enforcement to address these issues and keep roads safe.

The details

The arrests included charges such as felony possession of controlled substances like methamphetamine and khat, driving while intoxicated, tampering with motor vehicles, and other traffic violations. Several of the individuals arrested were also cited for not having a valid driver's license or insurance.

  • The arrests occurred between February 15-17, 2026.

The players

Bruce A. Sullivan

A 49-year-old resident of Mount Vernon, Missouri, arrested for a misdemeanor protection order violation.

Cody L. Price

A 35-year-old resident of Lockwood, Missouri, arrested for felony driving while intoxicated and failure to drive on the right half of the roadway.

Michael S. Evans

A 52-year-old resident of Springfield, Missouri, arrested for felony driving while intoxicated, felony resisting arrest, and felony driving without a valid license.

Osbaldo Perez-Ceniceros

A 27-year-old resident of Verona, Missouri, arrested for felony possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine), driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving involving a crash, and other offenses.

Amanda M. Anderson

A 39-year-old resident of Monett, Missouri, arrested for driving while intoxicated, failure to stop at a stop sign, driving on the wrong side of the road, driving with a suspended license, and a warrant for failure to appear.

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The takeaway

These arrests underscore the ongoing challenges communities face with impaired driving and drug-related crimes. Law enforcement continues to work to address these public safety concerns and keep roads safe for all travelers.