WEDNESDAY, MAY 1ST, 2024 GRAND JURY
James Timothy Akers (55, Pikeville) – 1st Deg. Bail Jumping; 1st Deg. PFO; James Timothy Akers (55, Pikeville) – 1st Deg. Bail Jumping; 1st Deg. PFO; James Timothy Akers (55, Pikeville) – 1st Deg. Bail Jumping; 1st Deg. PFO;
Casey Collins (49, Pikeville) – Theft of Mail Matter; Fraudulent Use of Credit Card (misd); 2nd Deg. PFO;
Misty Duncan (45, Betsy Layne) – 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.;
Warren Tyler Ford (34, Pikeville) – 1st Deg. Strangulation; 4th Deg. Assault;
3rd Deg. Terroristic Threatening;
Harold Hall (49, Bevinsville) – 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.; Poss. Drug Paraphernalia; DUI 1; Speeding; Failure to Signal;
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Steven Hamilton (21, Pikeville) – 3rd Deg. Burglary; TBUT (misd); Joshua K. Hunter (38, Pikeville) – TBUT; 3rd Deg. Criminal Mischief;
Isaiah Joplin (22, Williamson, WV) and Silas Boyd (20, Williamson, WV) – Traff. Marijuana; DUI 1st; No Head Lamps; No Insurance; Failure Produce Insurance Card;
Charles McGuire (48, Salyersville) – 1st Deg. TICS – 2 cts; 1st Deg. Promoting Contraband; Manus Musick (48, Haysi, VA) – 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.; Poss. Drug Paraphernalia;
Brooke Roberts (38, Pikeville) and Jamie Roberts (36, Pikeville) – TBUT (1 felony, 2 misd); Donnie Robinette (46, Betsy Layne) – TBUT (C Felony);
Zachary Shawkins (33, Pikeville) – 3rd Deg. Assault – 2 cts;
Scotty Sowards (41 Virgie) – 2nd Deg. Robbery; 1st Deg. PFO; (superseding indictment)
Justin Tackett (37, Freeburn) – 1st Deg. F/E; 2nd Deg. F/E;
Mary Wells (45, Jenkins) – 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.; 1st Deg. Promoting Contraband;
Matthew M. Wolford (45, Freeburn) – 1st Deg. Bail Jumping;
John Franklin Williamson (45, Pikeville) – Failure to Register as Sex Offender; P.I.;

SEE THESE INDICTMENTS IN THEIR ORIGINAL FORMAT AS POSTED ON THE PIKE COUNTY COMMONWEALTH ATTORNEY’S OFFICE FB POST HERE 

An arrest is indeed a legal accusation, and according to the principle of "innocent until proven guilty," individuals are presumed innocent until or unless proven guilty in a court of law. It is a fundamental aspect of the legal system to ensure fair treatment and protect the rights of individuals. When someone is arrested, they are being taken into custody based on the reasonable belief that they have committed a crime. However, it is important to remember that an arrest does not equal guilt. It is the responsibility of the court to evaluate the evidence presented and determine if the accused is indeed guilty. During the legal proceedings, the accused has the right to defend themselves, present their case, and challenge the evidence against them. This ensures a fair and unbiased judgment, allowing the truth to prevail. As part of a respectful and just society, it is crucial to withhold judgment on individuals who have been arrested until all the facts are presented and a court of law has made a decision. It is only through this process that justice can be served. Remember, an arrest is only the beginning of the legal process, and the presumption of innocence should be upheld until proven otherwise. Let us respect the rights of all individuals involved and have faith in the legal system to make fair and just determinations. #PresumptionOfInnocence #FairTrial