‘The system let us down’: Men in road rage case criticize reduced charges against Cole County suspect

KMIZ on December 22, 2025

Nia Hinson

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

A trip from Los Angeles to Mid-Missouri in the fall turned into a day that would leave William Tannehill and Andres Rios with nightmares months later, the two say.

Tannehill was born and raised in Missouri, but lived in Jefferson City before moving across the country to Los Angeles. In September, he took a vacation to Mid-Missouri to show Rios where he had lived.

Around 3 p.m. on Sept. 22, they headed down Highway 54 toward an Airbnb at the Lake of the Ozarks, a trip Tannehill said he had made plenty of times. But this time was different.

“We felt like we were being hunted because he mimicked every move I made,” Tannehill said. “Speed up, slow down, left lane, right lane. I felt like I was being hunted, and I felt like he was going to possibly shoot us or run us off the road.”

Tannehill said he was driving in a construction zone, where the right lane was blocked off to traffic. He was trying to get around when a white pickup truck cut him off. He claims he stayed behind the truck before trying again to pass the same truck, which cut him off for a second time. The truck then tailgated him, and at some point, Tannehill said a man pulled out a gun and pointed it at them.

In a panic, the pair called 911, and a trooper from the highway patrol later came and pulled the truck over, Tannehill said.

The entire incident lasted roughly 10-15 minutes and extended over multiple miles, but it felt much longer for the pair who feared they’d be run off the road or shot.

“It felt like we were stuck in a box where no matter what we would do, it felt unsafe,” Rios said. “We were trying to follow the instructions from the cops, but it just felt very scary … I did have to call my mom, and I was very fortunate enough to speak to her and have her calm me down in that situation, but it was terrifying. I felt like my life really depended on it at that time.”

Harry Adrian — the state safety coordinator of the Missouri Department of Transportation– was charged with felony unlawful use of a weapon. Prosecutors later reduced that charge to misdemeanor reckless driving.

Adrian’s next court date is set for Jan 6.

Adrian has maintained his innocence throughout the course of the case. According to court documents, he admitted to law enforcement that he was involved in a road rage incident, but claimed he held a cellphone instead of a gun. Deputies found a handgun in Adrian’s Ford F-250, court documents say.

Tannehill and Rios said they felt blindsided when they heard that the charge had been lowered, claiming the justice system let them down. Tannehill said he made multiple requests to the prosecutor’s office for body and dash camera footage from the day of the incident, to make victim impact statements, as well as for clarification on charges.

Those requests went largely unanswered, Tannehill said.

On Dec. 16, Tannehill said he sent an email to prosecutors. He said he was emailed back by the assistant prosecutor, stating that the prosecutor’s office intended to offer a plea deal for careless and imprudent driving.

The charges were changed last week.

“The prosecutor just has not been working with us; we feel like we’ve been stonewalled,” Tannehill said. “This plea offer literally turned a felony into a traffic ticket … knowing that this is the outcome, it’s devastating. It really makes me wonder if it has something to do with the fact that the defendant is in his position as a MoDOT safety coordinator.”

Cole County Prosecutor Locke Thompson didn’t comment on why the charge was lowered.

“All I can say is that when we receive evidence that we determine makes the case untenable, we are ethically bound to amend or dismiss the charges, depending on the circumstances. I cannot speak specifically about a case until it has been fully adjudicated,” Thompson wrote in an email to ABC 17 News.

Tannehill also said he questions how quickly charges were reduced, saying he felt like that movement happened almost immediately after he asked the court to be more involved in the process. The two also feel as though the incident sheds light on the Cole County’s Prosecutor’s Office, claiming throughout the case that it’s seemed as though Adrian was treated better than the two.

After months of what he called unsuccessful attempts, Tannehill said his fight isn’t over just yet. He claims he’s already filed a complaint with the attorney general’s office, the office for victims of crime and plans to file a complaint with the Cole county chief counsel.

Adrian’s attorney, Ben Faber told ABC 17 News via email that the two were happy with the court’s decision.

“We are relieved that after a careful review of the evidence, the State has chosen not to proceed on the weapons offense that Mr. Adrian was originally charged with.  Of course, Mr. Adrian has maintained his innocence since the very beginning of this overwhelming and life-altering chain of events,” Faber wrote.  “We see far too often upstanding citizens such as Mr. Adrian at the mercy of the government for things they didn’t do based on nothing more than the statement of a witness or witnesses.  In this case, we are grateful that the system is working and Mr. Adrian looks forward to putting this mess behind him. “

Months later, the two say what occurred that day still sticks with them, making something most people do on a daily basis–like driving down a highway– a challenge.

“You don’t even think about it until you see like a truck the same size that he (Harry Adrian) was driving behind you and you just start overthinking about what you’re going to do, Rios said. “I’ve never had a gun pulled out on me and I think I’m going to be almost reliving that again and again for quite some time until I get over that because it’s quite traumatizing to me.”

For Tannehill, getting justice is something he believes can’t be reached anymore.

“When a violent road rage incident with a gun turns into a traffic ticket, there’s no way justice could be served,” Tannehill said. “I feel like the victims are being robbed and the defendant is getting a sweet, hard deal based on his job title. I feel that it’s unethical the way that the prosecutors office handled the entire situation where we have zero input when we’re the ones who were the most impacted.”

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IFPD: Man fatally shot after lunging for knife during domestic call

KIFI on December 22, 2025

Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — An Idaho Falls man was killed early Monday morning in an officer-involved shooting after he allegedly lunged for and grabbed a knife during a domestic disturbance call. The East Idaho Critical Incident Taskforce has opened an external investigation into the incident.

The shooting took place shortly after 5:00 a.m. on Dec. 22, 2025, after the Idaho Falls Police Department responded to a call of a woman being threatened by her boyfriend. According to investigators, the victim had texted a third party to call emergency services.

As they arrived on the scene, officers spoke with the couple separately inside their apartment and learned from the woman that the man had allegedly threatened her with a knife and choked her. A knife was in plain view, sitting on a piece of furniture.

The man denied threatening or choking her, but reportedly admitted to the officers that he had threatened the woman’s father, saying he would “kill her father if he came over.” He then claimed to have grabbed the knife in self-defense.

The situation escalated when officers told the man he was under arrest. According to IFPD, the man immediately lunged for the knife, leading to a physical struggle as the officers attempted to stop him. During the struggle, one officer fired his service weapon, striking the man.

Officers on the scene immediately began life-saving medical aid until Idaho Falls Fire EMS arrived. However, the man was ultimately declared deceased at the apartment.

Per department policy, the officer involved has been placed on paid administrative leave while the Rexburg Police Department leads an independent investigation into the use of force. The findings of the investigation will eventually be submitted to the Prosecutor’s Office to determine if the officer’s actions were legally justified.

The Idaho Falls Police Department has pledged full cooperation with the taskforce, including the handover of all body camera footage. At this time, the names of the involved officer and the suspect are being withheld to ensure proper notification of next of kin and to allow the taskforce to conduct initial interviews.

At this time, IFPD says Cleveland Street will remain closed between Wabash Avenue and N. Fanning Street as investigators process the scene. While authorities state there is no ongoing threat to the public, they are directing residents in the area to expect a significant law enforcement presence throughout the day and to follow all on-site directions regarding neighborhood access.

IFPD expects to release additional information, including body camera footage, as the investigation progresses.

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Crook County Sheriff’s Office arrests driver following Saturday evening crash

KTVZ on December 22, 2025

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CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Saturday, December 20th just after 6 p.m., the Crook County Sheriff’s Office responded to a motor vehicle crash on SE Juniper Canyon near milepost 4. An investigation was conducted and the driver was arrested.

The agency said a white Dodge pickup was traveling southbound but went across the northbound lane and collided with a rock and dirt embankment and the Dodge rolled onto its passenger side.

The driver, identified as a 36-year-old resident of Prineville, was treated on scene by Crook County Fire and Rescue. Deputies believed alcohol and speed were contributing factors to the crash. The driver was arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants and Reckless Driving.

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Idaho Falls Man Hopes To Win Lego Contest

KIFI on December 22, 2025

Megan Lavin

(Idaho Falls, Idaho) — David McClellan of Idaho Falls hopes he’ll see his LEGO design turned into an actual set sold in stores.

Lego runs an online contest, and after hundreds of hours of work, he’s hoping his piece connects with voters.

“That’s my dream in life — to make my own official LEGO set.”

INSPIRED BY CLASSIC NINTENDO GAMES

Not only would people be able to build his set if it gets mass-produced, they could turn it on and play it, too. It’s based on the popular 1980s motocross video game Excitebike. McClellan hopes this interactive LEGO build has all the right pieces.

The build has gone through multiple iterations, and he’s spent more than $1,000 of his own money, lovingly paying attention to even the smallest details.

“I created these custom minifigs, and since I couldn’t find a place that was able to print them in complex 3D shapes, I actually hand-painted them.”

You can even swap out the riders, who use a conveyor belt controlled by a joystick to move over various obstacles, making it interactive.

“So this allows them to catch some air… you can pull it and push it, and you can change lanes. You can do wheelies. You can tilt it forward. You can even do flips.”

HIS LOVE OF LEGOS GOES DEEP

McClellan is heavily involved in the LEGO community. He and his wife both have LEGO-specific Instagram accounts, amassing more than 20-thousand Instagram followers and traveling to LEGO conventions.

It’s not just fun — it’s family time, too — and they get both of their boys involved.

“My older son — I’m going to help him work on his first build, which is a guy that runs down a track and jumps over stuff. So I’m starting to get him into it, starting to get him interested. And even my younger son is really taking to it.”

If McClellan wins, he won’t be the first Idahoan to make his mark. He spoke with a past recipient who won with an idea for a ship-in-a-bottle set. The winner told Dave to focus on the details — and focus he has. He’s spent more than two years on the project since its conception.

“So these are custom dirt bikes. So I think that’s a huge selling point. And then you’ve got custom stickers here.”

He says he started building LEGO around age four, but stepped away from it until adulthood.

“I took like a 20-year break, maybe, and then rediscovered it as an adult.”

Reporter: “And what made you rediscover it?”

“I don’t know — just being an adult and needing a break from adult stuff.”

Now, his basement LEGO laboratory has an entire wall of builds he and his family have created.

WHAT HE’LL WIN–BESIDES BRAGGING RIGHTS

If he wins, he’ll receive one percent of all sales, plus ten free sets — which he says he’ll pass on to his boys. When asked if his parents will receive a set as a thank-you for getting him started, he replied:

“They’re definitely on the list.”

Dave needs 10,000 votes to move on in the competition. And if he doesn’t win — he won’t need to quit his day job. He says he’ll keep right on building. That’s because Dave is an engineer at the INL.

If you’d like to vote for Dave’s creation, click here.

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ISP Dispatchers receive Distinguished Achievement Awards for role in kidnapping descue

KIFI on December 22, 2025

Seth Ratliff

LEWIS COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) — Two Idaho State Police Regional Communications Officers are being recognized for their pivotal role in rescuing a kidnapped woman and capturing a suspect in Lewis County earlier this year. Regional Communications Officer Thomas Conrad and Senior Regional Communications Officer Jamielyn were honored with Distinguished Achievement Awards, recognizing them for their investigative work that allowed law enforcement to locate a victim being held under dangerous circumstances in Kamiah.

The incident took place on June 16, 2025, when a young woman called from a local business stating she was unsafe and required immediate help. However, the young woman vanished before officers arrived on the scene, leaving behind limited information to work with.

Investigators were tasked with identifying the young woman and her suspected captor using only a phone number and a photograph she had shared of herself and an unidentified man. Conrad and Rupe immediately set to work using the limited information to track their possible location.

As the investigation intensified, authorities were able to contact the victim, who confirmed she was being held against her will. Through careful review of available information and law enforcement resources, Conrad and Rupe connected key details that ultimately led officers to a residence in Kamiah.

Because of the high level of threat reported at the scene, the Idaho State Police SWAT team was dispatched to the area. During the standoff, the victim managed to escape the immediate danger after speaking with investigators. The SWAT team subsequently took the male suspect into custody on kidnapping charges.

ISP Trooper Welling credited the dispatcher’s persistence as the deciding factor in the rescue, stating, “What they did was simply outstanding. They are force multipliers, enabling troopers on the road to do their jobs effectively. Without their work, the victim would have remained in serious danger.”

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Why the holidays can feel harder and how to spot seasonal depression

KESQ on December 22, 2025

Garrett Hottle

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) The Coachella Valley is known for sunshine, palm trees, and postcard-perfect winters. But doctors say even here, the holidays can quietly take a toll on mental health.

Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is a form of depression linked to shorter daylight hours, changes in routine, and heightened emotional expectations during the winter months. According to Carolyn Lopez, PhD with Desert Oasis Healthcare, those effects don’t disappear just because the weather is warm.

“Even in our sunny valley, we can have seasonal depression because we’re still in a winter cycle,” Lopez said. She explained that surprisingly, many people in the desert are also low in vitamin D3, which can contribute to fatigue and mood changes, especially as people age.

Carolyn Lopez, PhD with Desert Oasis Healthcare, explains how seasonal depression can look different depending on who’s experiencing it.(KESQ)

Lopez also says seasonal depression can look different depending on who’s experiencing it. Children may seem withdrawn, irritable, or unmotivated. Adults may struggle with sleep, appetite, or relationships. Couples can feel added strain when holiday expectations don’t match reality.

“For women, depression often shows up as tearfulness or withdrawal,” Lopez said. “Men, on the other hand, may become more irritable or short-tempered and not even realize depression is driving it.”

The impact can be especially strong for seniors, who may already be dealing with grief, limited mobility, or fewer social connections. Mental health experts say loneliness during Christmas and the holidays, can amplify symptoms that are often dismissed

But Lopez emphasizes that action. even small steps, can make a world of a difference. 

“Make a phone call. Take a walk. Listen to music that makes you feel good,” she said. “Volunteering, donating, or serving a meal can shift your focus outward and help break that cycle of isolation.”

The Coachella Valley Rescue Mission, CVRM, will serve a Christmas breakfast and dinner on Christmas day, open to both residents and members of the public.(KESQ)

That sense of connection is on full display this Christmas at the Coachella Valley Rescue Mission, where staff and volunteers are turning the holiday into a shared experience.

The mission will serve a Christmas breakfast from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m., followed by a Christmas dinner from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., welcoming both residents and members of the public.

“Working here on Christmas Day is about family,” said Scott Wolf, the mission’s development director. “Whether it’s your immediate family or the family you find here, it’s the same. We value our clients, our volunteers, and our donors all of them.”

Coachella Valley Rescue Mission Development Director Scott Wolf, explains Christmas day at the mission is about one thig – family.(KESQ)

For Jacqueline Marrott, a resident at the mission, coming up on her 1 year anniversary with CVRM says the holidays no longer feel empty.

Jacqueline Marrott is a resident at the mission, coming up on her 1 year anniversary with CVRM. (KESQ)

“You’re homeless, but it doesn’t feel like it,” Marrott said. “They have all the resources here. They’ve changed many lives.”

One recent graduate of the missions program credits the organization with helping her rebuild her future.

“They helped me change my life,” she said. “I got my baby back, housing, a job and I’m sober and living a great life.”

Laura, a recent graduate of CVRM, explains how the work they’re doing at the mission is changing lives.(KESQ)

Doctors say stories like those underscore an important message: connection doesn’t have to be complicated.

“One decision to show up.  to volunteer, to reach out, to ask for help, can change everything,” Lopez said.

If you or someone you know is struggling with depression this holiday season, mental health professionals encourage reaching out to a trusted person or seeking professional support.

For more information on Desert Oasis Healthcare and the services they provide, visit this link.

For more info on CVRM including the services they offer and how to help, visit this link. 

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Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs visits Veteran Home in Yuma

KYMA on December 22, 2025

Paul Vozzella

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Gov. Katie Hobbs (D-Ariz.) was in Yuma over the weekend for a special holiday visit.

Gov. Hobbs made a special appearance at the Arizona Department of Veteran Services’ Veterans Home in Yuma Saturday.

The governor received a brief tour of the home and greeted residents, thanking them for their service and wishing them a happy holidays.

This was the governor’s first time visiting the Veterans Home in Yuma.

“First of all, as governor, I am just really proud to be a governor of a state that is home to so many veterans, we have more than half a million here and just its a priority to make sure we are taking care of them in the way that they deserve,” Hobbs expressed.

Hobbs adds that she is glad to work to meet the needs of veterans in the communities they call home.

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City of Somerton hosts annual Tamale Festival

KYMA on December 22, 2025

Paul Vozzella

SOMERTON, Ariz. (KYMA) – A longstanding tradition and Somerton’s biggest event of the year took place over the weekend.

The City of Somerton hosted its annual Tamale Festival Saturday, and it took place along Main Street at 11:00 a.m.

The event featured 20 tamale vendors amongst other food and shopping vendors, and drew a tremendous crowd, with an estimated 30,000 people in attendance.

With plenty of vendors to visit, the event also displayed the traditions and culture of the city and surrounding areas.

“Just seeing the community come together on a Saturday is great. Being outside, we’re here in Arizona. It’s 80 degrees today, so…you can’t shovel sunshine,” said Brett Newby, a visitor.

Also attending the Tamale Festival was Gov. Katie Hobbs (D-Ariz.), who made a stop at the Veterans Home in Yuma earlier in the day, and she is the first-ever governor to attend the event that benefits local Arizona State University (ASU) students.

Proceeds from the event go towards the El Diablito Alumni Chapter scholarship funds.

On top of supporting college students, Gov. Hobbs was also quick to mention the camaraderie the festival showcases

“I just really love the opportunity, as governor, to uplift things like this, and just celebrate communities around the state,” Hobbs expressed. “What Arizona does is show up for our communities, and so the fact that [this event] brings so many people together and then supports helping students attain college [scholarships] is amazing.”

Since its inception, the festival has raised nearly $500,000 dollars in scholarships for ASU students from Yuma County.

The event lasted until midnight.

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Cal Poly erases 18-point second half deficit but lose in overtime to Idaho

KEYT on December 22, 2025

Mike Klan

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. (KEYT) – Guard Hamad Mousa scored a game high 33 points – including sinking three successive free throws with three seconds to play to force overtime – but the Cal Poly men’s basketball program, after overturning an 18-point deficit with seven minutes remaining in regulation, dropped an 83-80 overtime home decision against Idaho Sunday evening to close the 2025 calendar year.

Fellow sophomore Cayden Ward finished with 22 points for Cal Poly (5-9), which trailed Idaho (8-4), 67-49, before closing regulation with a 24-6 run. With Cal Poly still facing a 71-65 deficit and 81 seconds to play, Ward converted a three-point play before Mousa cut the gap to one after knocking down a jumper with 11 seconds on the clock.

With Cal Poly forced to foul, Vandals guard Kolton Mitchell – who scored 31 points – sank two free throws to keep Idaho in front with nine seconds left, 73-70. Mousa though was fouled attempting a three-pointer with three seconds and sank all three attempts to deadlock the matchup at the buzzer, 73-73 (left).

Playing its first overtime game of the season, Cal Poly took its first lead of the game after sophomore guard Peter Bandelj opened the extra period with a pair of free throws. Cal Poly then scratched out a 78-75 advantage with two minutes left after Ward hit a three-pointer.

Idaho, however, answered with a jumper from guard Biko Johnson to close to within a point before Mitchell converted a four-point play to hand the Vandals an 81-78 lead with seven seconds to go.

Cal Poly trailed at the Sunday’s break, 29-26, despite a 25.0 (7-for-28) percent first-half shooting mark before Idaho opened the second half with back-to-back three-pointers. The Vandals led by as much as 19 points and were up 67-49 before the Mustangs produced a 14-0 run to shave their deficit to four points with two-and-a-half minutes remaining.

Cal Poly Noteworthy (versus Idaho Jan. 21)

Up Next:After an 11-day holiday break, Cal Poly plays its first New Year’s Day game since 1966 and resumes Big West action when welcoming defending conference champion UC San Diego on Thursday, Jan. 1 at 7 p.m.A double-digit scorer in all 13 appearances, Hamad Mousa maintained the Big West scoring lead at 20.6 points per game.Mousa enjoyed his second collegiate double-double after co-leading Cal Poly with 10 rebounds.Cal Poly now features three of the Big West’s top seven scorers with Peter Bandelj (16.2) ranking sixth and Cayden Ward (16.1) seventh.Junior Kieran Elliott grabbed a Cal Poly best 10 rebounds against Idaho.Sunday’s matchup was Cal Poly’s first overtime game since a 112-100 home victory against UC Riverside (Feb. 22, 2025).

(Article courtesy Cal Poly Athletics).

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Frozen shrimp sold at Illinois Jewel-Osco stores recalled for radioactive contamination

CNN Newsource on December 22, 2025

By Sara Tenenbaum

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    ILLINOIS (WBBM) — Some brands of frozen shrimp sold at Illinois Jewel-Osco stores are being recalled because of possible exposure to a radioactive contaminant.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Direct Source Seafood LLC in Bellevue, Washington, issued the recall Friday for approximately 83,800 bags of frozen raw shrimp imported from Indonesia. The shrimp, which was sold under the Market 32 and Waterfront Bistro brands, may have been prepared, packed or held in unsanitary conditions in which they may have been contaminated by cesium-137.

Cesium-137, or Cs-137, is a manmade radioisotope of cesium. While its presence in trace amounts is widespread, it can also be present at higher levels in water or foods grown, raised or produced in areas that have environmental contamination, the FDA said. Over time, longer term repeated low-dose exposure to Cs-137 could increase the risk of cancer.

The shrimp sold in Illinois were sold under the Waterfront Bistro brand, at Jewel-Osco stores on or after June 30, 2025.

The FDA said no illnesses have yet been reported. If you have any of the recalled shrimp, you should dispose of it or return it to the store from which you purchased the shrimp for a refund. The FDA warns not to consume this product.

Earlier this year, Walmart recalled Great Value shrimp after warnings it too may have been contaminated with Cs-137.

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