Charges

Family of Slain Arkansas Man to Pursue Justice in Civil Court After Prosecutors Decline Criminal Charges

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CHARLESTON, Ark. — Following the decision not to file criminal charges in the shooting death of Brad Jones, his family is turning to civil litigation in hopes of finding justice. Jones was shot and killed on July 10 in Lavaca. The prosecutors’ announcement on August 22 confirmed that the shooter would not face charges, citing the shooter’s belief that he was acting in self-defense under Arkansas law. The family has enlisted the Atwell Law Firm to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit. Sherry Jones, Brad’s wife, expressed profound sorrow over the loss of her husband, describing … Read more

Washington County Grand Jury Indicts 11 Defendants on Multiple Charges, Including Domestic Violence and Drug Trafficking

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MARIETTA, Ohio — An indictment was handed down by a Washington County Grand Jury on Thursday, involving a diverse group of 11 defendants facing various felony and misdemeanor charges. Among those indicted is Joseph Lee Kellison from Belpre, who is charged with domestic violence, classified as a fourth-degree felony, stemming from an incident on July 2. Another Belpre resident, 54-year-old Timothy Wayne Cowan, faces one count of gross sexual imposition, a third-degree felony, along with a fifth-degree felony charge of grooming related to events from July 10. Amber Dawn Durnell, 39, from Coolville, was indicted … Read more

Fulton County Grand Jury Unveils a Wave of Indictments: Charges Range from Theft to Domestic Violence

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FULTON COUNTY, Ohio — A recent grand jury session has led to multiple indictments in Fulton County, highlighting a string of alleged criminal activities involving theft, forgery, and other offenses. The indictments were confirmed by the Fulton County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office on August 18, 2025. Among those indicted is 42-year-old Benjamin R. Kessler from Wauseon, who faces one count of theft. Prosecutors allege that between May 3 and May 7, Kessler knowingly took control of property or services without the owner’s permission. In Toledo, 41-year-old Jeffery J. Hair was charged with both forgery and passing … Read more

Grand Jury Charges Suspected Attacker in Minnesota Lawmaker’s Death: Legal Proceedings Get Underway

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ST. PAUL, Minn. — A grand jury has formally charged the individual accused of killing a Minnesota lawmaker last month, intensifying the ongoing legal proceedings surrounding the high-profile case. The charges come amid widespread public scrutiny and concern over violence targeting public officials. The indictment, announced this week, outlines multiple counts against the suspect, who is facing serious allegations in connection with the death of the state representative. Authorities are still piecing together the events leading to the tragic incident, which has shocked the local community and prompted discussions about safety measures for elected officials. … Read more