BELLE — A woman was taken into custody Thursday afternoon, Oct. 8, after Belle Marshal Jerry Coborn recognized her on Alvarado Avenue near Sinks Pharmacy.

Coborn, knowing she had outstanding warrants, arrested Heather Gibson at approximately 1:17 p.m. and informed her she was facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges.

The warrants included first-degree tampering with a motor vehicle, a Class D felony; stealing a motor vehicle, a Class D felony; resisting or interfering with arrest, a Class E felony; and driving while intoxicated, a misdemeanor.

According to the marshal, Gibson was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Maries County Jail by Officer Christopher Taylor.

The marshal’s office stated that it remains committed to serving and protecting the community while ensuring individuals with outstanding warrants are held accountable through the judicial process.

All individuals accused of crimes are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.