Columbia Police Department announces death of former Chief Ernie Barbee Oct 24, 2025 Oct 24, 2025 Updated Oct 24, 2025 Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Former CPD Police Chief Ernest “Ernie” James Barbee died Oct. 19. Locations Missouri As featured on 0:22 Columbia Police Department announces death of former Chief Ernie Barbee Former CPD Police Chief Ernest “Ernie” James Barbee died Oct. 19. Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Most Popular House Springs man allegedly assaults woman Woman charged after allegedly smoking meth while sharing Pevely motel room with children Fenton man allegedly steals car from High Ridge gas station Four arrested for allegedly stealing from De Soto-area home High Ridge woman accused of stealing checks, stealing from Fenton-area apartment Email Signup Success! An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Error! There was an error processing your request. Classifieds Receive classifieds every morning. E-editions Receive an email every Wednesday when the Leader's e-editions are posted online. Grand Times Get updated on upcoming Leader Senior Expos and news just for seniors. Local Sports Get the latest headlines on local sports in your inbox on every Friday. News Updates Receive top local news headlines every day. Today's Obituaries Receive a list of local obituaries every day. You must select at least one email list. Please enter a valid email address. Sign up Manage your lists
0:22 Columbia Police Department announces death of former Chief Ernie Barbee Former CPD Police Chief Ernest “Ernie” James Barbee died Oct. 19.