VanBurch Preliminary Hearing Postphoned

On Wednesday, July 2, 2003, a scheduled preliminary for hearing for Branson illusionist Kirby VanBurch, on DWI and Assault charges, was postponed until 1:30 p.m. July 11 because defense attorneys had a scheduling conflict.

According to a Branson Police Department Press Release dated March 14, 2003, Kirby VanBurch of Branson, was arrested at approximately 9:50 p.m. on 03/10/03, shortly after he left the scene of an accident near Highway 76 and Fall Creek Rd.“According to the Press Release, “the vehicle he was driving struck two road signs at that location and then continued to travel east-bound on Highway 76.”

The Press Release further states, “VanBurch was arrested for Leaving the Scene of an Accident and Driving While Intoxicated.In searching the vehicle VanBurch was driving, incident to the arrest, a concealed firearm was found and he was further charged with that violation.During the process, he assaulted the arresting officer, resulting in an additional charge of Assaulting a Police Officer.The case has been forwarded to the Taney County Prosecutor’s office for the filing of charges.”