Two Arrested in Mercer County During Execution of Search Warrant

PRINCETON, MO – Officers with the Mercer County Sheriff’s Department arrested two individuals Thursday evening after executing a search warrant.

The Sheriff’s Office served the search warrant at a residence in Princeton. During the execution of the warrant, a non-compliant sex offender was taken into custody. Officers also arrested a female for hindering prosecution.

Both suspects were placed on a 24-hour hold. The matter will be submitted to the Prosecuting Attorney.