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Heard on: Columbia Police and Boone County Sheriff · 1/17/2026 07:39 AM
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Reckless activity with a weapon, Ballenger Lane and Mexico Gravel Road.
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Caller states a male is swinging a baseball bat at cars.
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Possible weapon disturbance near Ballenger Lane

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As discussed during the dispatch call, police received reports of a possible disturbance involving a person swinging a baseball bat at cars near Ballenger Lane and Mexico Gravel Road in Columbia. The situation involved potential reckless behavior with a weapon.

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Ballenger Lane & Mexico Gravel Road, Columbia, MO 65202
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