Mexico Public Safety responds to two fires

The Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the area of Huntingfield Road and Boulevard in reference to a fire on Friday, June 9 at around 1:55 p.m.  Responding personnel found an area of grass about one-third of an acre, burning.  The fire was extinguished and there was no damage to any neighboring property.  It was determined the large lot was being mowed when the mower became too hot and caught some of the cut grass on fire.  The mower suffered minor damage. 

While personnel were still on Huntingfield Rd, smoke was seen in the area of Pollock Rd.  It was determined a UTV, being operated on private property in the 1800 block of Pollock Road, had a mechanical failure and caught fire after being pulled close to the roadway for repair.  The fire was extinguished but the UTV was completely destroyed. There were no injuries from either incident.  

Mexico man arrested after argument with juveniles

The Mexico Public Safety Department responded to a call of a disturbance and found a 44 year old male arguing with two 15 year old males in the 300 block of West Orange on Wednesday, June 21 around 6:21 p.m. 

Responding personnel found Shaun M McIlhatton, age 44 of Mexico, was in the area and began arguing with two juveniles who were playing basketball outside of a home. While officers were attempting to detain McIlhatton and determine what had occurred, he became combative. McIlhatton was arrested and taken to the Audrain County Jail for two counts of Assault 4th Degree, Attempted Burglary 1st Degree, and Resisting Arrest. There were no injuries from the incident. Residents are reminded that people arrested or charged with a crime are simply accused of the crime and are to be considered innocent until proven guilty.