Scott County Sheriff's Office seeks public's assistance in locating wanted man in rural Sikeston

William Ralph is wanted out of Scott County and surrounding states on various charges. Anyone who has information on the whereabouts of Ralph should call the Scott County Sheriff’s Office at 573-545-3525 or 911.

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BENTON, Mo. — The Scott County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a man who led law enforcement in a vehicle and foot pursuit before running into a corn field Friday in rural Sikeston.

At 12:19 a.m. Friday, deputies with the Scott County Sheriff’s Office responded to Hale Drive in rural Sikeston in reference to a domestic assault, according to Scott County Sheriff Wes Drury.

During the investigation, it was determined that 38-year-old William Ralph committed the assault and had stolen a 2016 Cadillac.

At around 7:30 a.m. Friday, a caller advised Ralph had returned to Hale Drive and was in possession of the stolen vehicle.

“Deputies responded, and a short vehicle pursuit occurred. Ralph left the vehicle on foot and ran into a corn field,” Drury said. “Multiple agencies attempted to located Mr. Ralph using a K-9, drones and foot patrol.”

As of 1:30 p.m. Friday, Ralph was still on the run and should be considered armed and dangerous. Ralph has warrants from surrounding states and local charges.

“Scott County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank Sikeston DPS, New Madrid County Sheriff’s Office, and Missouri State Highway Patrol for their assistance,” Drury said.

Anyone who has information on the whereabouts of Ralph should call the Scott County Sheriff’s Office at 573-545-3525 or 911.