Update: The fugitive has been found.
West Plains, MO. – The West Plains PD released an official announcement this afternoon, regarding a fugitive who fled from police earlier today. The announcement will be posted below.
Shawn Sanchez fled on foot from the area of US Highway 63 and Lanton Road in West Plains at 10:45am. Sanchez was last seen going north towards the ArrowHead Acres Trailer court wearing a blue shirt and black pants. Do not confront Sanchez as he is known to be violent. Contact the West Plains Police Department with any information you may have at 417-256-2244 or send us and email to crimetips@westplains.gov.