Wednesday, February 25, 2026

McDonald County officials identify body found on Indian Creek Drive


(From the McDonald County Sheriff's Office)

On February 17, 2026, McDonald County Detectives were notified of a deceased individual located near the 100 block of Indian Creek Drive in Lanagan, Missouri.

Upon arrival, detectives discovered the body partially submerged in a creek. The scene was processed, and the McDonald County Coroner’s Office was contacted to respond.







During the investigation, detectives located a wallet containing a driver’s license. However, the individual’s identity could not be officially confirmed at the scene. An autopsy was conducted to determine the identity and further details surrounding the death.

Following the completion of the autopsy, the deceased was positively identified as Darick Cochran, age 43.

The investigation into the circumstances surrounding Mr. Cochran’s death remains ongoing. Additional information will be released as it becomes available. Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact the McDonald County Sheriff’s Office.






2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Well he was a convicted child monster! So someone did who knows how many more children a favor!!!!

Anonymous said...

He was also non compliant, if that means anything to anyone