Alcohol retail outlet compliance checks were conducted by the Trenton Police Department and the Midland Empire Alcohol Task on Friday. During the operation, three local businesses sold an alcoholic beverage to the underage person.
Police Chief Rex Ross says, at this time, charges are pending, and no further information can be released.
The Task Force provides the underage person, funds to purchase, and pays for all Police Officer overtime to work the investigations. The underage person attempted to buy alcoholic beverages from approximately sixteen retail establishments and bars in Trenton.
Businesses that would like to provide training for their employees can contact Agent Erich Hellerich of the Missouri Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Control at (816) 743-8745.