Police activity after reported explosion in field near Gower

Heard on: Carroll, Chariton, Linn, Livingston Counties Public Safety

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For any units coming on scene, should come from the west to avoid the crossfire.

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East of the Daily Cafe and Bakery in a field, just off to the west of Gregory Drive.

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Okay, I'm at Field Street.

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think I see him across the field, not sure if I can get to him.

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East just over the hill in this field to the east of the Gower Fire.

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Ten four to the east of Gower Fire Department.

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At ten four, I'm gonna be out with a couple here.

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See him in custody or see him on foot.

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We're not sure if he survived the bomb that went off.

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Okay, you can show me 10-23[1] as well.

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Ten four, 1419.

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23: Arrived on scene

8/22/2026 10:31 AM

Suspicious Activity

Gower, MO 64454

Not official report. AI-generated from public dispatch audio. Always verify with official sources.

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to an active incident in a field in Gower near Daily Cafe and Bakery and the Gower Fire Department area. Units were advised to approach from the west to avoid possible crossfire. Radio traffic referenced a reported bomb/explosion in the field and officers attempted to locate a person seen across the field; custody status was unclear in the audio.