In Dent County Associate Court Nov. 6 in front of Judge Brandi Baird:
•A preliminary hearing was waived for Coty J. Flores, 23, Salem, on felony charges of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana and tampering with physical evidence in a felony prosecution. According to the probable cause statement, charges stem from an Aug. 21 incident when Flores was pulled over by Sgt. Joe Chase for driving without a license. Chase asked Flores if he could search him for weapons. Flores consented, and during the search, Chase found six tramadol pills in Flores’ front pocket that he did not have a prescription for. Sgt. Chase was asked to inform Flores’ girlfriend of what was happening, and upon returning, Sgt. Simpson commented to Sgt. Chase that he had seen Flores chewing on what Flores allegedly claimed to be a plastic bag containing one small “rock” of heroin. Flores’ case was passed to Judge Parker to be heard 1 p.m. Nov. 24.
•A preliminary hearing was waived for Travis E. Dooley, 24, Salem, on a felony charge of possession of heroin with intent to distribute. According to the probable cause statement, charges stem from a July 26 incident in which Dooley was pulled over by Sgt. Joe Chase at the corner of Highway 19 and Fourth Street for speeding. Chase’s canine gave a positive alert on the driver’s side door of the car for narcotics. During a “terry frisk” of Dooley by Chase for weapons, 23 capsules were found on Dooley containing a gray, powdery substance that field-tested positive for heroin. Dooley’s case was passed to Judge Pearson to be heard 11 a.m. Dec. 3.
• A preliminary hearing was waived for Jessica R. Dodson, 27, Salem, on felony charges of possession of methamphetamine. According to the probable cause statement, charges stem from a Dec. 27, 2013 incident when Deputy Cochran approached a residence Dodson was living in to inquire her roommate about a stolen Stihl pole saw. Dodson was unable to comprehend any questioning, and after consent to search was granted, a metal container was found in the basement containing a crystalline substance that later field-tested positive for methamphetamine. Five hypodermic syringes were also found in a paper bag. Dodson’s case was passed to Judge Pearson.
•A preliminary hearing was waived for Herman E. Helms, 42, Salem, on two felony charges of possession of a controlled substance – acetaminophen and oxycodone hydrochloride, and methamphetamine. According to the probable cause statement, charges stem from a May 30 incident when Helms was stopped by officers who knew Helms had no driver’s license – he, in fact, did not. Helms seemed to be under the influence, and consented to a search. Nine orange pills were found in a container on his keychain that were identified as acetaminophen and oxycodone hydrochloride 325 mg / 7.5 mg, a schedule 2 controlled substance that Helms was unable to provide a prescription for. Also located behind the dash were two hypodermic syringes. The liquid in one of the syringes tested positive for methamphetamine. Helms admitted to using the syringes to “shoot” methamphetamine, according to the report. Helms’ case was passed to Judge Pearson.
•Jesus M. Frausto, 20, Salem, failed to appear to preliminary hearings regarding the felony charges of theft/stealing of any credit card or letter of credit, second-degree burglary, and theft/stealing of property more than $500 but less than $25,000. According to the probable cause statement, between Feb. 7 and Mar. 4, Frausto stole the victim’s credit card and used it at various businesses around town, racking up $318.06 in charges before it was declined. Photos from a Walmart transaction were collected, and the victim identified Frausto from the photos . A capias warrant was issued for Jesus’ arrest.
•A preliminary hearing was waived for Dustin Hanson, 30, Licking, on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except for 35 grams or less of marijuana. Hanson’s case was passed to Judge Pearson to be heard 11 a.m. Dec. 3.
•A preliminary hearing was waived for Joshua K. Jackson, 28, Salem, on a felony charge of possession of methamphetamine. According to the probable cause statement, charges stem from a 9:54 p.m. Aug. 23 incident when Officer Brandon Ketzler acquired information that Jackson was in possession of a quantity of methamphetamine from an investigation involving the Sheriff’s Department. Deputy Matt Atkinson requested a “stop and hold” on the 1996 red Chevrolet Berretta Jackson was driving. Officer Ketzler stopped Jackson for failing to signal his lane change when pulling over. Jackson denied consent to search. At 10:06 p.m., Sgt. Chase arrived with his canine. The dog displayed a positive alert on the vehicle, and the vehicle was then searched finding a green, leafy substance in the driver side rear floorboard of the vehicle and a small scale in the trunk containing white powder residue. Jackson was arrested, and during booking, the white powder field-tested positive for methamphetamine. Jackson’s felony case, along with a misdemeanor charge of second-degree property damage, were both passed to Judge Pearson to be heard 11 a.m. Dec. 3.
•A preliminary hearing was waived for Cassandra L. Rayfield, 30, Ellington, on a felony charge of second-degree burglary. Cassandra’s felony case, along with misdemeanor charges of theft/stealing (less than $500) and second-degree property damage, were both passed to Judge Parker to be heard 11 a.m. Nov. 24 via Polycom video conferencing. Rayfield is presently incarcerated in the Department of Corrections with a $20,000 bond.
•A preliminary hearing was waived for Logan K. Barton, 23, Salem, on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. Barton’s felony case, along with a misdemeanor for unlawful use of drug paraphernalia, were both passed to Judge Pearson.
In Dent County Associate Court Oct. 9 in front of Judge Brandi Baird:
•Logan K. Barton, 23, was arraigned on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. At the time, Barton was incarcerated with a $50,000 bond.
•Rachel E. Bohac, 40, was arraigned on a felony charge of stealing leased or rented property.
•Calvin L. Bright, 60, was arraigned on a felony charge of unlawful use of a weapon (subsections 1-4). At the time, Bright was incarcerated with a $5,000 bond.
•Gregory L. Brooks, 42, was arraigned on felony charges of tampering with a motor vehicle in the first degree and stealing a motor vehicle. At the time, Brooks was incarcerated in the Department of Corrections.
•Kenneth C. Cook, 68, was arraigned on felony charges of unlawful use of a loaded weapon while intoxicated. At the time, Cook was incarcerated with a $4,000 bond.
•A preliminary hearing was set for James C. Flett, 29, on felony charges of second-degree domestic assault and second-degree assault. At the time, Flett was incarcerated with a $7,000 bond, with the added special condition that Flett will not consume intoxicants or enter any establishment where alcohol is the major item offered for sale. The hearing is scheduled for 1 p.m. Nov. 20.
•Michael J. Glandon, 31, was arraigned on three felony charges of theft/stealing (one for value of property more than $25,000 and two value of property more than $500 but less than $25,000).
•Randy P. Hogan, 47, was arraigned on two felony charges of forgery. At the time, Hogan was incarcerated with a $14,000 bond.
•Everett S. Martin, 27, was arraigned on two felony charges of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. At the time, Martin was incarcerated with a $75,000 bond.
•Bryant C. Mendenhall, 24, was arraigned on felony charges of first-degree assault, unlawful use of exhibiting a weapon, and tampering with physical evidence in a felony prosecution. At the time, Mendenhall was incarcerated with a $10,000 bond.
•A preliminary hearing was set for Andrew J. Moormann, 29, on two felony charges of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. Moormann is scheduled to be arraigned 1 p.m. Nov. 24.
•William E. Roberts, 43, was arraigned on one felony charge of possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute and two felony charges of unlawful possession of a firearm. At the time, Roberts was incarcerated with a $100,000 bond.
•A preliminary hearing was set for Joshua L. Williams, 38, on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute. The hearing was waived on Nov. 3, and Williams is next scheduled to appear before Judge Parker for further proceedings 1 p.m. Nov. 24.
•Keawe K. Wilson, 18, was arraigned on a felony charge of first-degree statutory rape – sexual intercourse with a person less than 14 years old.
•Jeremy M. Brooks, 33, was arraigned on felony charges of possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute and possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. At the time, Brooks was incarcerated in the Department of Corrections and was to appear via Polycom video conferencing.
•Tanya L. Phillips, 38, was arraigned on a felony charge of stealing leased or rented property.
•Mark A. Gamblin, 40, was arraigned on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana.
•A preliminary hearing was held for Crystal G. Hodges, 36, on a felony charge of being an accessory to receiving stolen property. The case was dismissed by the Court for insufficient evidence.
•A preliminary hearing was held for Travis L. Parker, 19, on a felony charge of failing to appear in court. The case was dismissed upon a prior felony plea to Unlawful Use of a Weapon.
•A preliminary hearing was held for Dannie E. Perkins, 33, on a felony charges of possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute and driving while license is revoked or suspended.
•A preliminary hearing was held for Timothy W. Reiner, 29, on felony charges of stealing a motor vehicle, second-degree domestic assault, and felonious restraint. At the time, Reiner was incarcerated in the Department of Corrections with a $100,000 bond.
•A preliminary hearing was held for Damien H. Rombach, 22, on a felony charge of first-degree property damage.
•A preliminary hearing was held for Isaac L. Stacy, 19, on a felony charge of theft/stealing (value of property or services is $500 or more but less than $25,000).
•A preliminary hearing was held for Ashley N. Stewart, 25, on two felony charges of possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute and one felony charge of endangering the welfare of a child.
•A preliminary hearing was held for Albert L. Terrill, 31, on a felony charge of theft of a firearm.
•A preliminary hearing was held for Bradley J. Wickam, 35, on a felony charge of second-degree domestic assault.
In Dent County Associate Court Oct. 23 in front of Judge Brandi Baird:
•A preliminary hearing was set for Roger L. Brown, 53, on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. At the time, Brown was incarcerated with a $20,000 bond. The hearing is scheduled to take place in front of Judge Baird 1 p.m. Nov. 20.
•A preliminary hearing was to be set for Keithlan L. Carter, 40, on felony charges of an attempt to manufacture or distribute a controlled substance (two charges), possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana, unlawful possession of a firearm, and unlawful use of a loaded weapon while intoxicated. At the time, Carter was incarcerated with a $100,000 bond. On Nov. 6, the cause was removed from the preliminary hearing setting and passed to 9 a.m. Nov. 20 for a counsel status hearing.
•Alec B. Holweg, 49, was arraigned on felony charges of being an accessory to possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana, being an accessory to the unlawful use of drug paraphernalia – amphetamine/methamphetamine, and being an accessory to endangering the welfare of a child in the first degree – ritual ceremony or second subsequent offense – sexual conduct. At the time, Holweg was incarcerated with a $100,000 bond.
