July 19, 2022

In-custody Death Determined to be Meth Overdose

July 19, 2022/ Brian Watts

The Clay County Investigative Squad has concluded its investigation into the May 8 in-custody death of 21-year-old Benjamin E. Chase at the Excelsior Springs Police Department. The investigation found no crime occurred.

May 17, 2022

Missouri Launches Opioid Overdose Dashboard

May 17, 2022/ Brian Watts

With 1,878 deaths, 2020 had the highest number of fatal drug overdoses to date in the state of Missouri – a 19% increase from 2019. 1,375 of these deaths involved opioids.

November 24, 2021

Community Drug Education Summit Aims to Combat Overdoses

November 24, 2021/ Brian Watts

Amid an uptick in fatal and near-fatal overdoses linked to the recreational use of pills laced with fentanyl, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a Community Drug Education Summit on Dec. 6.

November 09, 2021

Deputy Saves Woman from Overdose

November 09, 2021/ Brian Watts

An off-duty sergeant from the Clay County Sheriff’s Office saved the life of a woman who appeared to have overdosed at a local casino.

October 17, 2021

Fentanyl Deaths and Overdoses Increase in Clay County

October 17, 2021/ Brian Watts

The Clay County Sheriff’s Office urges parents to talk their children about the dangers of acquiring prescription medication from sources other than a licensed pharmacy.