Sturgeon City and Dog Owner Pursue Settlement in Federal Court Amid Controversial Police Shooting Case
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Negotiations are ongoing between the City of Sturgeon, a former police officer, and the owner of a dog killed by police, with all parties striving to reach a settlement in connection with a federal lawsuit. Attorney Michael Berry, representing the city, informed a federal judge on Friday that discussions have been constructive, prompting a request for an extension to the upcoming deadline for filing pre-trial motions. This trial is set to start on February 2, 2026, arising from an incident involving former reserve officer Myron Woodson, who shot a blind and deaf … Read more