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Traffic Stop Leads to Misinformation

By Dustin Kopp|2018-03-13T15:42:37-05:00March 13, 2018 2:14 pm|Local News|0 Comments

BONNE TERRE, MO (KDKZ-TV) A Tuesday morning traffic stop in Bonne Terre leads to misinformation regarding North St. Francois County Schools.

According to district officials, Bonne Terre Police pulled over a vehicle on Raider Road. At that time, the subject inside the vehicle ran away towards a nearby quarry. Police quickly apprehended the subject and placed him into custody.

The district was notified about the incident and was ensured that there was no threat to the students or staff at the high school, due to the incident.

There was a rumor that the high school was placed on lock down and that the primary school was threatened as well, however that is false.

District officials say that their number one concern is that of the students and staff within the district.

About the Author: Dustin Kopp

I joined News Channel 18 in May 2011 in the weather department as Chief Meteorologist. In January 2013, I assumed the roll of News Director. I started my career in 2003 in high school. I attended Farmington High School. While there, I was a student in Black Knight Television (BKTV), doing anything from camera work, to editing, producing and anchoring the weather. I attended Mineral Area College, University of Missouri – Columbia, Mississippi State University and Webster University. While attending college, I continued to help out with BKTV. In 2009, I interned at KOMU-TV, Columbia, Missouri’s NBC affiliate. I enjoy spending time with my wife, Danica and our daughters , Declynn and Danleigh. I can’t forget about our dog, Daisy. We rescued her in 2011. We also have a cat named Dolly. I am committed to giving you the most accurate information, whether it’s from my latest weather forecast, or a news story that could touch your heart. Contact me if you have any questions or a news idea.