Raytown

Police Report

March 27, 2026  /  4:21pm

Felony Warrant/Criminal Damage to Property - Gregory Blvd & Hunter Ave.

An officer on routine patrol observed a male on a bike obstructing traffic on 350 and tried to conduct a pedestrian check. The man fled on his bike but was located nearby by other officers, despite the fact that he tried to change his clothes and alter his appearance. He initially provided a false name, but was identified as a subject with a felony warrant who is wanted by the US Marshals. He was taken intocustody on the warrant as well as fleeing/resisting charges, and while at the PD jail, he repeatedly kicked the jail vestibule door, breaking the lock.

March 28, 2026  /  2:00am

Felon in Possession - 55th St & Blue Ridge Cutoff

An officer on routine patrol conducted a traffic stop for an invalid license plate. The driver was flagged in the police database as a convicted felon and armed and dangerous, and officers observed a loaded Draco-style firearm sitting.

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Aldermen to Consider Impeachment

Process at April 14th Meeting  BY GREG WALTERS

Nearly one year ago, newly elected Ward 3 Alderwoman Latrice Thomas was called into the Mayor’s office and told she could no longer serve as Alderman for Ward 3.

She had taken the oath of office shortly before the confrontation with the Mayor took place. . The Mayor’s actions effectively blocked an elected official from performing her duties without any formal process.

Since that day, Ms. Thomas has not been seated at any meeting of the Board of Aldermen.

Missouri law is clear. Under §79.240, a mayor cannot remove an alderman from office.

Only the Board of Aldermen—or a court—has that authority. 

The Mayor’s decision to cut off her access and prevent her from serving bypassed the legal process. Leaving the Board now responsible for deciding whether to formally impeach Ms. Thomas or restore her seat.

At the most recent Board meeting, only three members appeared. Two had notified the Mayor in advance and were excused. Four others did not attend and gave no explanation. The absence of those four members from the Board meeting effectively blocked the meeting being called to order because of a lack of a quorum.

On April 14th, the Mayor will attempt again to convene the Board. The public deserves a lawful, transparent resolution to an issue created nearly a year ago. As stated above, the final decision on this matter rests with the Board of Aldermen.

How to Make Public Comments on April 14

The meeting is open to the public and begins at 7:00 p.m.
Public Comments are the first item on the agenda.

To speak in person:

1. Arrive at City Hall at least 10 minutes before 7:00 p.m.
2. Enter the Council Chamber.
3. The Public Comment sign‑in sheet is immediately to the left as you enter.
4. Sign your name and you will be called in order.
5. Each speaker is allowed five minutes to address the Board on matters concerning the City of Raytown.

To speak via Zoom:

1. Call Raytown City Hall at 816‑737‑6000.
2. Request to be added to the Public Comment Zoom list for the April 14 meeting.
3. You will be given instructions and a time to speak during the meeting.

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