Law enforcement arrests man accused of trying to take deputy’s gun during traffic stop
Madison Stuerman
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)
The Camden County Sheriff’s Office said a man has been arrested after he was accused of trying to take a deputy’s gun during a traffic stop.
The Camden County Sheriff’s Office shared on Facebook that there is an increased law enforcement presence in the Camdenton area with the Missouri State Highway Patrol. A search went on for hours.
Law enforcement wrote at 3:26 p.m. that William Horrighs IV, 41, was arrested.
The post states he is accused of attempting to take a deputy’s gun during a traffic stop. He then allegedly left the scene.
Horrighs was described by the sheriff’s office as a career criminal with a violent history. The post also states he is wanted for violating his parole.
The Sheriff’s Office added around 1 p.m. on Wednesday they do not think he is a threat to the general public, but only to law enforcement.
“At this time there is no reason to continue any kind of lockdown, however, we encourage all citizens to secure doors and windows,” the post states.
Local schools and daycares in the area were notified, according to the post.