Inmates booked into the Detention Center within the last 24 hours.
JAMES, DUSTIN
Booking #:
SCJAIL:2017-000969
Booking Date:
07-24-2017 – 7:24 pm
Charges:
IC 35-42-2-1(C)MA ~ BATTERY- RESULTS IN BODILY INJURY TO ANOTHER PERSON
IC 35-45-2-1(C)FL5 ~ INTIMIDATION – DEADLY WEAPON, JUDGE, BAILIFF, PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
IC 35-43-1-2(A)(2)MA ~ CRIMINAL MISCHIEF – AT LEAST $750 BUT LESS THAN $50,000
IC 35-44.1-3-1(A)MA ~ RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT
IC 35-45-2-1(B)FL6 ~ INTIMIDATION
IC 35-48-4-13(b)FL6 ~ MAINTAINING A COMMON NUISANCE
IC 35-48-4-11(A)MB ~ POSSESSION MARIJUANA/HASH OIL/HASHISH OR SALVIA
IC 35-41-5-2 ~ CONTRIBUTING TO DELINQUENCY
The Annual Kids Fishing Tournament sponsored by the Washington County Fish and Game Club will be this Saturday July 29th from 1:00pm – 4:30pm.
The event will be held at Lake Salinda’s Back Shelter House for children ages 5 – 13 allowed.
Registration begins at 1pm and fishing begins at 1:30pm.
Prizes given for biggest catch, smallest catch, and most catches.
Goodie bags to each participant.
“It’s a beautiful place there,” said Salem Mayor Troy Merry. “It was a source of water for the City at one time, but we are working on a dam project for Lake John Hay where we’ll raise the water level. It will be like pouring Lake Salinda into Lake John Hay. I’d like to see it become a community park.”
“For kids that have never been fishing before, I’d like to see them come out,” said Merry. “It’s a good opportunity for parents to bring their children out. We’ll be fishing from the banks.”
Merry will be on hand grilling food for the event. Food and drinks will be provided.
Thanks to the Salem Police Department, Salem Fire Department, and Park & Rec. Department for their sponsorship.
For more information, call Mike or Paula Pennington at 812.883.6100
During the summer months when the Indiana General Assembly is not in session, study committees are tasked with taking an in-depth look at some of the more complex issues facing our state, and examining topics which may be addressed with future legislation.
As the State Senator for District 47, I have been advocating for expanding affordable and efficient broadband services to rural communities throughout the state. It is critical that Hoosier families, students and businesses are able to access this technology, and I have passed legislation that will help to bridge the digital divide in rural communities. While we have taken great strides, there is work to be done.
Recently, I was appointed to serve on the Interim Study Committee on Energy, Utilities and Telecommunications, which will be looking at new ways to expand this technology to unserved communities. I am looking forward to working with my fellow lawmakers and various service providers to explore additional options to further this development.
Some of the other topics this committee will examine include:
Self-generation of electricity by school corporations;
Health effects, public safety implications, issues with property valuation, policies defining conflict of interest and issues concerning economic development related to wind power devices; and
Rental rates and other fees for the attachment of communications service facilities on utility poles owned or controlled by electricity suppliers.
I will also be serving as chair of the Commission on Improving the Status of Children in Indiana (CISC). The CISC studies a variety of issues concerning vulnerable youth and makes recommendations to the General Assembly in order to promote the best interests of Hoosier children across the state.
You can find a list of all interim study committees and the topics being studied on the Indiana General Assembly’s website at www.in.gov/iga.
The Washington County Sheriff’s Department began receiving reports of counterfeit money being circulated in Washington County a little over a week ago.
Counterfeit money confiscated by the Washington County Sheriff’s Department who has arrested five in conjunction with the recent fake bill distribution.
As of today, five are in jail for suspected counterfeiting and the investigation is continuing.
Sheriff Roger Newlon and his deputies began following leads and developed several suspects. Two of the suspects were arrested yesterday in Clark County, Indiana.
Sheriff Newlon and his deputies executed a search warrant today in Washington County and three additional suspects have been arrested in connection to the investigation.
Assisting with the investigation is Deputies Brad Naugle and Brent Miller, Pekin Town Marshal Jeff Thomas and Indiana Conservation Officer Neal Brewington.
The investigation is ongoing with additional details to be released at a later time.
Four people were arrested on drug charges after a traffic stop for an equipment and a registration violation.
Arrested and Charged were:
DAVID S. BARKER , age 31 of Pekin, charged with Possession of Methamphetamine, a Level 6 Felony, Visiting a Common Nuisance, a Class A Misdemeanor and Possession of Paraphernalia, a Class C Misdemeanor.
MITCHELL K. DAVIS, age 35 of Salem, charged with Possession of Methamphetamine, a Level 6 Felony, Visiting a Common Nuisance, a Class A Misdemeanor and Possession of Paraphernalia, a Class C Misdemeanor.
RICHARD L. GIBSON, age 39 of Pekin, charged with Possession of Methamphetamine, a Level
6 Felony, Visiting a Common Nuisance, a Class A Misdemeanor and Possession of Paraphernalia, a Class C Misdemeanor.
CAROLINE J. JACKSON, age 39 of Pekin, charged with Possession of Methamphetamine, a Level 6 Felony, Maintaining a Common Nuisance, a Level 6 Felony and Possession of Paraphernalia, a Class C Misdemeanor.
Deputy Brad Naugle is the investigating officer, assisted by Indiana Conservation Officer Neal Brewington and Salem City Police Officers Chris Cauble and Mike Voelz.
Washington County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a domestic disturbance near Pekin that resulted in a Meth arrest.
Jeffrey A. Standiford, age 47, of Pekin, Indiana.
Police responded to a residence on State Road 335, which resulted in the arrest of Jeffrey A. Standiford, age 47, of Pekin, Indiana.
Standiford was booked into the Washington County Detention Center on July 19 and charged with (1) count of Maintaining a Common Nuisance, a Level 6 Felony, (1) count of Possession of Methamphetamine, a Level 5 Felony, (1) count of Possession of Paraphernalia, a Class C Misdemeanor and (1) count of Possession of a Syringe, a Level 6 Felony.
Deputy Brad Naugle is the investigating officer. Sheriff Roger Newlon and deputies Brent Miller and Joseph Keltner also assisted with the investigation.
Three juveniles are facing criminal charges from a Memorial Day weekend crime spree.
Pictured are items that have been recovered from the burglary at the old Newlon’s Store and the burglary at J&R Liquors.
The investigation began on May 29, when Deputy Wayne Blevins responded to J&R Liquor Store in Pekin, Indiana, in reference to a burglary that had previously occurred.
On May 30, Indiana State Police Trooper Tom Basham responded to Teena’s Pizza, in Pekin, Indiana, in reference to a burglary that had previously occurred.
Deputy Blevins began a joint investigation with Trooper Basham and Pekin Town Marshal Jeff Thomas. The officers reviewed video surveillance and spoke with witnesses and as a result, they were able to identify three juvenile suspects.
Deputy Brent Miller interviewed two of the juveniles, who were cooperative and admitted to their involvement in the two burglaries. The juveniles also admitted to having involvement in a burglary at the old Newlon’s Grocery Store and being present, when a window was broken at the East Washington Elementary School.
Trooper Basham interviewed a third juvenile, who was cooperative and admitted to his involvement as well.
Deputy Blevins and Trooper Basham have forwarded their findings to the Washington County Probation Department and the juvenile court system.
John Sons age 83 of Campbellsburg passed away Saturday, July 22 at Harrison Springs Health Campus.
Mr. Sons was born December 13, 1933 in Salem, Indiana the son of George and Elsie Hughes Sons. He was a member of Cornerstone Family Church. He enjoyed singing gospel music, fishing, reading, and spending time with his grandchildren.
John is preceded in death by his son; Michael Allen Sons in 2014. He is also preceded in death by his brother; Alfred Sons, and sisters; Bertie Sturgeon, Bonnie Sons, Fern Sturgeon, Louise Sturgeon, and Mildred Clark, one grandchild: Phillip Sons and his parents. He retired from the United Sates Air Force and Cummins Engine Company.
He is survived by his wife: Yvonne Espy Sons, they were married January 29, 1977. He is also survived by his sons; Mark Anthony Sons (Lavada) and John Matthew Sons both of Rushville, Joseph Lynn Sons (Tiffany) of Salem, Timothy Lee Sons (Heather) of Floyds Knobs, and Paul Brian Schaefer of Palmyra. He is also survived by his daughter; Melissa Ann Smedley (Jim) of Salem, brothers; Ronnie Sons (Phyllis) and James Sons (Bonnie), 9 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M.Friday, July 28 at Weathers Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Hop Cemetery with military honors. Visitation will be Thursday from 4 to 8 P.M. at the funeral home and Friday from 9 A.M. until time of service.
Ruth S. Potter, age 75 of Pekin, Indiana, passed away on July 24, 2017 at her residence. Born on August 14, 1941 in Letcher County Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late John Estil Spangler and Cora Slone Spangler.
Ruth was a Homemaker. She was a Angel here on Earth. She was a member of Solid Rock Community Church in Scottsburg.
Survivors include her husband, Hubble Potter; 2 sons, Duane (Liz) Potter & John (Virginia) Potter; 2 daughters, Trina (Timothy)Fleming & Tracey (Raymond) Branham; 5 sisters, Joyce Sturgill, Faye Collier, Loretta Liming, Nada Fleming & Nina Brough; 16 grandchildren & 13 great grandchildren.
Preceded in death by her parents; 1 brother & 1 sister.
The funeral service will be at 11:00 AM Thursday at Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home in Pekin.
Viewing will be from 4-8 PM Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:00 AM until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.
6 Felony, Visiting a Common Nuisance, a Class A Misdemeanor and Possession of Paraphernalia, a Class C Misdemeanor.
