On 1/13/14, officers were dispatched to a possible burglary in progress call at 122 B King Street. Upon arrival, officers made contact with two individuals who were leaving the residence in a vehicle. While speaking to the victim it was determined items had been stolen from the residence. The two suspects, later identified as Patience Adie (32 YOA) and Shauna McCormick (31 YOA), were familiar with the residence and McCormick had lived there at one time. Both were subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Saline County Detention Facility for processing.
Adie is charged with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, in relation to items found in their vehicle, and McCormick is charged with Residential Burglary. This is an on-going investigation and additional charges could be possible.
Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Benton Police Department at 778-1171 or 315-TIPS. Individuals also may send an anonymous crime tip about this incident to CRIMES (274637) with the keyword BNPD in the body of the text or go to www.crimereports.com to leave a tip.
Any suspects listed are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
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