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The department said it asked state police to investigate allegations involving Sgt. Justin Swope and opened its own internal review.

State investigators say evidence and recent tips have kept the decades-old Barry County case active as they seek new witnesses.

Sikeston officials say they requested the outside investigation to protect transparency and public trust.

Additional officers working overnight weekend patrols made proactive stops that led to firearm-related arrests and recovered weapons.

Authorities say investigators found images on electronic devices during a May 28 search at a St. Joseph home.