WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2024 GRAND JURY
Orville Baker (54, Thorton) – TBUT; 1st Deg. PFO;
Travis Bell (36, Pikeville) – Poss. Handgun by Felon; Poss. Marijuana; DUI 1st; One Headlight; Poss. Open Alcoholic Beverage Container in Vehicle;
Taveon Bennett (18, Owensboro) – 2nd Deg. Poss. Forged Instrument;
Mykal Charter (22, Durham, NC) – 3rd Deg. Burglary; 1st Deg. Criminal Mischief; TBUT; Joseph Edmonds (37, Raccoon) – 1st Deg. Promoting Contraband; Tampering w/Evidence;
Michael Fields (54, Pikeville) – DUI 1st; 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.;
Bryan Fraley (42, Wittensville) – 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.; TBUT; Violation of EPO; 2nd Deg. Poss. C.S.; Poss. Drug Paraphernalia; Poss. Marijuana;
Charles Elliot Griggs (39, Charleston, WV) – 2nd Deg. Terroristic Threatening;
Michael Harris (42, Pikeville) – 1st Deg. Poss. C.S. – 2 cts; Poss. Drug Paraphernalia;
Billy Jack Hawkins (48, Giffin, GA) – P.L. 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.;
Kevin Way Hopkins (59, Jenkins) – 1st Deg. TICS; Poss. Handgun by Felon; Poss. Drug Paraphernalia; 1st Deg. PFO;
Richard Hudson (41, Travelers Rest, SC) – 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.; 3rd Deg. Criminal Mischief;
TBUT (misd);
Rodney James (48, Pikeville) – 3rd Deg. F/E; 1st Deg. Poss. C.S. – 2 cts; Poss. Drug Paraphernalia; Dalton Johnson (30, Pikeville) – DUI 4th; Driving w/out License; No Insurance; No Tags; 1st Deg. PFO; Joshua Maynard (46, Pikeville) – 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.; Poss. Drug Paraphernalia;
Tyler Mounts (27, Freeburn) – 1st Deg. Bail Jumping;
Michael Pallotta (54, Pikeville) – 1st Deg. Bail Jumping;
Patrick Presley (54, Kimper) – 1st Deg. Bail Jumping;

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Jason Rowe (48, Elkhorn City) – 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.; Poss. Drug Paraphernalia; P.I.;
Tina Stacy (33, Jenkins) – 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.; 3rd Deg. Poss. C.S.; Poss. Drug Paraphernalia; Jeffrey Timmons (31, Belfry) – 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.; No Insurance;
Improper Display of Registration Plate; No Tags; No Plates; Driving Suspended;
Neveah Twitty (20, Arkron, OH) – 3rd Deg. Assault; P.I.;
Amanda Winburn (36, Elkhorn City) – 1st Deg Poss. C.S.;
Suzanne Worrix (42, Pikeville) – DUI 1st; 1st Deg. Poss. C.S. – 2 cts; Poss. Marijuana;
3rd Deg Poss. C.S.; Failure to Illuminate Headlamps; No Tail Lamps; Failure to Signal; Failure to Produce Insurance Card;

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