The Honorable Judge Jeffrey D. Cramer, Chief Judge of the Second Judicial Circuit, presided over a full docket of criminal matters in Wetzel County Circuit Court on the morning of Thursday, January 26, 2023.

Andrew Bradley Efaw, age 32, with address listed at 213 Park Drive, Mannington, WV, appeared in custody before the Court for arraignment. Mr. Efaw was represented by Attorney Kevin Neiswonger of the Moundsville law firm of Neiswonger & White. The State of West Virginia was represented by Wetzel County Prosecuting Attorney Timothy Haught. Mr. Efaw was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the May 2022 term on one felony count of Grand Larceny, one misdemeanor count of Attempted Petit Larceny, and one felony count of Third or Subsequent Offense of Driving Revoked for DUI. Not guilty pleas were entered on all charges and Defense Attorney Neiswonger requested Discovery. The Court established a schedule for discovery activities and set Thursday, March 2, 2023, at 9:00 AM for a return to court. Mr. Efaw was remanded.

Harold Vaughn Jones, Jr., age 43, with address listed at 360 Virginia Street, New Martinsville, WV, appeared before the Court for a status hearing. Mr. Jonesá counsel was absent as was the Guardian ad Litem in the case. Wetzel County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Justin Craft was present to represent the State. Mr. Jones was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2022 term on a ten count felony indictment: one count of Sexual Assault in the Second Degree, four counts of Sexual Abuse in the First Degree, and five counts of Sexual Abuse by a Person in a Position of Trust to a Child. Mr. Jones pled not guilty to all counts at the January 27, 2022, arraignment. In mid-December 2022, Mr. Jones had waived his right to a trial during that term of court, which ended on Tuesday, January 10, 2023. At the Thursday, January 26, 2023, hearing, the Court passed the matter. Mr. Jonesà bond was continued.

John Joseph Hopkins, age 36, with address listed at 742 Maple Avenue, New Martinsville, WV, appeared in custody before the Court for a status hearing. Mr. Hopkins was represented by Attorney Howard Klatt of the Klatt Law Offices of Wheeling. The State of West Virginia was represented by Wetzel County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Justin Craft. Mr. Hopkins was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the May 2022 term on a one count felony indictment of Sexual Abuse in the First Degree. A plea of not guilty was entered at the June 1, 2022, arraignment. At the Thursday, January 26, 2023, status hearing, Defense Attorney Klatt requested a plea hearing be scheduled. The Court set Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at 9:00 AM for a return to court. Mr. Hopkins was remanded.

Zachary Taylor Kile, age 36, with address listed at 113 Springdale Street, Sistersville, WV, appeared before the Court for a status hearing. Mr. Kile was represented by Attorney Dustin N. Schirmer of the Parkersburg, WV, law firm of Summers & Associates. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Attorney Michael Baum of the Wheeling law firm of Edmond & Baum is serving as Guardian ad Litem in the matter. Mr. Kile was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the May 2022 term on one felony count of Sexual Assault in the First Degree, one felony count of Sexual Abuse by a Custodian, and one felony count of Incest. At the Thursday, January 26, 2023, hearing, Prosecutor Haught stated the discovery process is complete except for the procurement of counseling records of the alleged victim, if such records exist. Additionally, Prosecutor Haught requested a suppression hearing and a voluntariness hearing be scheduled. The Court scheduled a hearing for both matters to be taken up on Friday, February 17, 2023, at 9:00 AM. Additionally, the Court scheduled a tentative trial date of Monday, February 27, at 9:00 AM. Mr. Kileás bond was continued.

Rickey Dean Fuller-Gilliland, age 23, with addresses listed at 1149 FM 2123, Paradise, Texas, and 109 Caster Avenue, Donora, Pennsylvania, appeared in custody before the Court for a status hearing. Mr. Fuller-Gilliland was represented by Attorney Roger Curry of the Public Defender Corporation (PDC). The State was represented by Wetzel County Assistant Prosecutor Justin Craft. Mr. Fuller-Gilliland was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the September 2021 term on a twelve count felony indictment: two counts of Strangulation, two counts of Sexual Abuse in the First Degree, four counts of Sexual Assault in the Second Degree, and four counts of Domestic Battery. Not guilty pleas were entered on all charges at the October 17, 2022, arraignment. Defense Attorney Curry requested a trial date be set. The Court set a trial date of Thursday, March 2, 2023, at 9:00 AM, and stated the Defendant may be brought to court in civilian clothing on that date. Mr. Fuller-Gilliland was remanded.

Robert Dylan Tippins, age 28, with address listed at 125 Rural Street, Paden City, WV, appeared before the Court for a status hearing. Mr. Tippins was represented by Attorney Scott Brown of Wheeling. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Tippins was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the May 2022 term on six felony counts of Conspiracy to Deliver a Controlled Substance. The Court scheduled a plea hearing for Friday, February 17, 2023, at 9:00 AM. Mr. Tippins bond was continued.

Robert Lee Bissett, age 37, with address listed at 297 Old Railroad Street, Littleton, WV, appeared before the Court for a status hearing. Mr. Bissett was represented by Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC. The State was represented by Wetzel County Assistant Prosecutor Justin Craft. Mr. Bissett was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the September 2022 term on six felony counts of Child Abuse Causing Bodily Injury. Defense Attorney Curry stated efforts toward a plea agreement were unsuccessful and requested a trial date. The Court set Monday, February 27, 2023, at 9:00 AM for a trial in the matter. Mr. Bissettás bond was continued.

Robert Raymond Chambers, age 47, with address listed at 755 Bear Run Road, Littleton, WV, appeared before the Court for a status hearing. Mr. Chambers was represented by Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC. The State was represented by Wetzel County Assistant Prosecutor Justin Craft. Mr. Chambers was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the September 2022 term on a two count felony indictment of failing to update sex offender registry information: one count of Failing or Refusing to Report a Change of Address and one count of Failing or Refusing to Report a Change of Employment. Defense Attorney Curry requested a trial date. The Court set Monday, February 27, 2023, at 9:00 AM for a trial in the matter. Mr. Chambersá bond was continued.

Robert Steven Glendenning, Jr., age 51, with address listed at 41757 Long Ridge Road, Clarington, Ohio, was called before the Court. Mr. Glendenning was represented by Attorney Braden Noon of the McCoid Law Offices of Wheeling. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Glendenning was not present, as he is apparently currently incarcerated in the East Ohio Correctional Center in Wintersville, Ohio, on undisclosed charges. Mr. Glendenning was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the September 2022 term on a one count felony indictment of Fleeing in a Vehicle With Reckless Indifference. A Capias had been issued for Mr. Glendenning by Wetzel County Circuit Court in early October of 2022 and that Capias was continued by the Court at the Thursday, January 26, 2023, hearing.

Hunter Cole Quinif, age 19, with address listed at 201 Park Avenue, Middlebourne, WV, appeared before the Court for a status hearing. Mr. Quinif was represented by Attorney Braden Noon of the McCoid Law Offices of Wheeling. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Quinif was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the September 2022 term on a one count felony indictment of Driving in an Impaired State Causing Death. A not guilty plea was entered at the October 4, 2022, arraignment. The discovery process is underway. A return to court was set for Monday, March 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM. Mr. Quinifás bond was continued.

Johnny Paul Stevens, age 50, with address listed at 235 Crabapple Run Road, Mannington, WV, appeared in custody before the court for a status hearing. Mr. Stevens was represented by Attorney David White of the Moundsville law firm of Neiswonger & White. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Stevens was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the September 2022 term on a sixteen count felony/misdemeanor indictment: two felony counts of Burglary, four felony counts of Entering a Building Other than a Dwelling, one felony count of Grand Larceny, five misdemeanor counts of Destruction of Property, and four misdemeanor counts of Entry of an Automobile. At the September 29, 2022, arraignment, not guilty peas were entered to all charges. Efforts are being made to reach a plea agreement. The Court set a return date of Friday, February 17, 2023, at 9:30 AM. Mr. Stevens was remanded.

Timothy John Judge, age 36, with address listed at 1810 Tyler Highway, Sistersville,WV, appeared before the Court for a status hearing. Mr. Judge was represented by Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Judge was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the September 2022 term on two felony charges: one count of Failure to Register as a Sex Offender and a second count of Failure to Update Sex Offender Registry Information-Third or Subsequent Offense. Defense Attorney Curry requested a trial date be set and the Court set Monday, April 10, 2023, at 9:00 AM, as a trial date. Mr. Judgeás bond was continued.

Michael Nathan Pope, age 32, with address listed at 213 Park Drive, Mannington, WV, appeared before the Court for a status hearing. Mr. Pope was represented by Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Pope was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the September 2022 term on a single felony charge of Grand Larceny. Defense Attorney Curry stated plea agreement negotiations were ongoing. A tentative trial date of Monday, April 10, 2023, at 9:00 AM, was set. Mr. Popeás bond was continued.

Jonathon Casey Efaw, age 31, with address listed at 318 Rose Street, Apartment 1, Mannington, WV, was called before the Court for a status hearing. Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC was present to represent Mr. Efaw. Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught was present to represent the State.

Mr. Efaw was not present, and Prosecutor Haught stated Mr. Efaw is currently enrolled in a rehabilitation program at a West Virginia Recovery Point facility. Mr. Efaw was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the May 2022 term on a three count indictment: one count of Grand Larceny and two counts of Conspiracy to Commit Grand Larceny. At a Wednesday, December 7, 2022, hearing in Wetzel County Circuit Court, Mr. Efaw pled guilty to the Grand Larceny charge with the two conspiracy charges to be dismissed with prejudice. Additionally, Mr. Efaw is required to pay restitution to the victim and pay all court costs, the costs of prosecution, and the costs of court appointed counsel. The sentencing is to be deferred until Mr. Efawás completion of the Recovery Point rehabilitation program. An additional element of the matter is that Mr. Efaw is also involved in another plea arrangement in another West Virginia Circuit Court. Prosecutor Haught asked the matter be passed. Judge Cramer set Monday, March 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM for a return to court.

William Harold Angus, III, age 37, with address listed at 828 Johnson Street, New Martinsville, WV, appeared before the Court for arraignment. Mr. Angus was represented by Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC. The State was represented by Wetzel County Assistant Prosecutor Justin Craft. Mr. Angus was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on a single count felony offense of Child Neglect Creating Risk of Death or Serious Bodily Injury. A not guilty plea was entered and Defense Attorney Curry requested Discovery. The Court established a schedule for discovery activities and set a return to court date of Monday, March 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM. Mr. Angusá bond was continued.

Laken Alexis Couch, age 29, with address listed at 916 Fifth Street, New Martinsville, WV, appeared before the Court for arraignment. Ms. Couch was represented by Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Ms. Couch was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on a single count of Conspiracy to Deliver a Controlled Narcotic Substance. Regarding a plea, Defense Attorney Curry informed the Court that his client presently stood mute and asked the Court to set a plea date. The court set Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at 9:00 AM for a return to court. Ms. Couchás bond was continued.

Shasta Marie Gay, age 31, with address listed at 367 Dry Run Road, Sistersville, WV, appeared before the Court for arraignment. Ms. Gay was represented by Attorney Braden Noon of the McCoid Law Offices of Wheeling. Attorney Noon was standing in for Attorney Michael Baum, also of Wheeling, and with the law firm of Edmond & Baum. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Ms. Gay was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on six felony counts: three counts of Forgery and three counts of Uttering. Not guilty pleas were entered on all charges and Defense Attorney Noon requested Discovery. The court established a schedule for discovery activities and set a return to court date of Monday, March 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM. Ms. Gayás bond was continued.

Robert Lee Greathouse, age 46, with address listed at 120 Deadfall Road, Smithfield, WV, appeared before the Court for arraignment. Mr. Greathouse was represented by Attorney Kevin Neiswonger of the Moundsville law firm of Neiswonger & White. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Greathouse was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on two counts: a felony offense of Wanton Endangerment Involving a Firearm and a misdemeanor offense of Prohibited Person in Possession of a Firearm. Not guilty pleas were entered to both counts. Discovery was requested by Defense Attorney Neiswonger and the Court established a schedule for discovery activities. A return to court date of Monday, March 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM was set. Mr. Greathouseás bond was continued.

Hiram Franklin Orr, age 46,with address listed at 409 Stephen Street, Paden City, WV, appeared in custody before the Court for arraignment. Mr. Orr was represented by Attorney Kevin Neiswonger of the Moundsville law firm of Neiswonger & White. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Orr was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on a seven count indictment: two felony counts of Burglary, one felony count of Malicious Assault, two misdemeanor counts of Violation of a Protective Order, one misdemeanor count of Domestic Battery, and one misdemeanor count of Petit Larceny. Not guilty pleas were entered to all charges. Defense Attorney Neiswonger requested Discovery. The Court established a schedule for discovery activities and set Monday, March 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM for a return to court. Mr. Orr was remanded.

Winston James Kristopher Rice, age 23, with address listed at 769 Market Street, Clarington, Ohio, appeared before the Court for arraignment. Mr. Rice appeared without counsel. Attorney David White of the Moundsville law firm of Neiswonger & White stepped forward to represent Mr. Rice. The State was represented by Wetzel County Assistant Prosecutor Justin Craft. Mr. Rice was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on two felony counts: Delivery of a Controlled Narcotic Substance and Conspiracy to Deliver a Controlled Narcotic Substance. Not guilty pleas were entered and Defense Attorney White requested Discovery. The Court established a schedule for discovery activities. The Court set bond for Mr. Rice in the amount of twenty-five hundred dollars, cash or surety, with the instruction that bond be posted by 4:00 PM the following day, Friday, January 27, 2023, and if bond is not posted by that date and time, to self-report for confinement. Additionally, the Court instructed Mr. Rice to report to the Paden City Police Department by the end of the day, Thursday, January 26, 2023, to be photographed and fingerprinted. The Court set a return date of Monday, March 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM.

Antonio E. Rosario-Castillo, age 34, with address listed at 508 Abbie Drive, New Martinsville, WV, appeared in custody before the Court for arraignment. Mr. Rosario-Castillo was represented by Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Rosario-Castillo was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on a ten count indictment: three felony counts of Use of Obscene Matter With Intent to Seduce Minor, four felony counts of Soliciting a Minor via Computer, one felony count of Sexual Assault in the Third Degree, and two misdemeanor counts of Prohibited Person in Possession of a Firearm. Not guilty pleas were entered to all charges and Defense Attorney Curry requested Discovery. The Court established a schedule for discovery activities and set Monday, March 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM for a return to court. Mr. Rosario-Castillo was remanded.

Sean Christopher Sabo, age 23, with address listed at 9615 Hornet Highway, Littleton, WV, appeared in custody before the Court for arraignment. Mr. Sabo was represented by Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Sabo was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on a one count indictment of the offense of Malicious Assault. A not guilty plea was entered and Defense Attorney Curry requested Discovery and the Court established a schedule for discovery activities. The Court set Monday, March 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM for a return to court. Mr. Sabo was remanded.

Charles Edward Schmalz, age 38, with address listed at 191 North State Route Two, Apartment 420, New Martinsville, WV, appeared in custody before the Court for arraignment. Mr. Schmalz was represented by Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Schmalz was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on a seventeen count felony indictment: six counts of Use of Obscene Matter With Intent to Seduce Minor and eleven counts of Soliciting a Minor via Computer. Defense Attorney Curry stated to the Court that an evaluation has been scheduled for his client. The Court set a return date of Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at 9:00 AM. Mr. Schmalz was remanded.

Lloyd Eugene Shreve, age 60, with address listed at 3884 Buffalo Run Road, Jacksonburg, WV, appeared in custody before the Court for arraignment. Mr. Shreve was represented by Attorney Scott Brown of Wheeling. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Shreve was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on two felony counts of Wanton Endangerment Involving a Firearm. Not guilty pleas were entered and Defense Attorney Brown requested Discovery. The Court established a schedule for discovery activities and set a return to court date of Monday, March 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM. Mr. Shreve was remanded.

Michael James Smith, age 29, with address listed at 624 Fourth Avenue, Paden City, WV, appeared before the Court for arraignment. Mr. Smith was represented by Attorney Howard Klatt of the Klatt Offices of Wheeling. The State was represented by Wetzel County Assistant Prosecutor Justin Craft. Mr. Smith was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on a one count felony indictment of Third Offense Shoplifting and a five count indictment consisting of three felony counts of Child Neglect Creating Risk of Injury and two misdemeanor offenses: Possession of a Controlled Substance and Driving While License Suspended or Revoked. Not guilty pleas were entered to all charges and Defense Attorney Klatt requested Discovery. The Court established a schedule for discovery activities and set a return to court for Monday, March 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM. Mr. Smithás bond was continued.

Richard Lee Sockman, III, age 41, with address listed at 245 Locust Street, New Martinsville, WV, appeared in custody before the Court for arraignment. Mr. Sockman was represented by Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Sockman was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on one felony count of Burglary and two misdemeanor counts of Battery. Not guilty pleas were entered to all charges and Defense Attorney Curry requested Discovery. The Court established a schedule for discovery activities and set a return to court for Monday, March 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM. Mr. Sockman was remanded.

Joseph Haden Haught, age 20, with address listed at 161 Money Run, Reader, WV, appeared before the Court for a status hearing. Mr. Haught was represented by Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC. The State was represented by Wetzel County Assistant Prosecutor Justin Craft. Mr. Haught was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the May 2022 term on seven felony counts of Soliciting a Minor via a Computer. Discourse between the attorneys and the Court indicated evaluations pertinent to the matter are not yet complete. The Court set a return date of Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at 9:00 AM. Mr. Haughtás bond was continued.

Darrell J. Lester, Jr., age 32, with addresses listed in court records of 632 Maple Avenue, New Martinsville, WV, and 409 Stephen Street, Paden City, WV, was called before the Court. Mr. Lester did not appear nor did counsel appear on his behalf. Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught was present to represent the State. Mr. Lester was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the May 2022 term on three felony counts: one count of Third Offense Shoplifting and two counts of Failure to Appear on Felony Bond. A Capias had been issued for Mr. Haught on June 1, 2022, and that Capias was continued at the Thursday, January 26, 2023, hearing.

Jeffrey Ray Jones, age 56, with address listed at 291 A Frame Road, New Milton, WV, was called before the Court. Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC was present to represent Mr. Jones. Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught was present to represent the State. Mr. Jones did not appear. Mr. Jones was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the September 2022 term on a single felony offense of Attempted Sexual Assault in the Third Degree. A Capias had been isssued for Mr. Jones on September 29, 2022, and that Capias was continued at the Thursday, January 26, 2023, hearing.

Timothy Jay Kernan, age 54, with address listed at 615 Kapple Street, New Martinsville, WV, appeared before the Court for a status hearing. Mr. Kernan was represented by Attorney Howard Klatt of the Klatt Law Offices of Wheeling. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Kernan was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the September 2022 term on one felony count of Delivery of a Controlled Substance. Prosecutor Haught stated that a plea agreement has been reached. The Court set Wednesday, February 8, 2023, for a plea hearing. Mr. Kernanás bond was continued.

Robert Mondale Starkey, age 38, with address listed at 618 Kapple Street, New Martinsville, WV, was called before the Court. Mr. Starkey did not appear nor did counsel appear on his behalf. Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught was present to represent the State. Mr. Starkey was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the September 2022 term on two felony charges: Grand Larceny and Third Offense Driving Revoked for DUI. A Capias had been issued for Mr. Starkey on September 16, 2022, and that Capias was continued at the Thursday, January 26, 2023, hearing.

Robert Lee Brown, age 47, with address listed at 431 North Railroad Avenue, Sistersville, WV, was called before the Court for arraignment. Attorney Howard Klatt of Wheeling stood in for Attorney Dean Williams, also of Wheeling, to represent Mr. Brown. Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught was present to represent the State. Mr. Brown did not appear. Mr. Brown was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on a two count indictment: one felony count of Entering a Building Other than a Dwelling and one misdemeanor count of Petit Larceny. Court records indicate a fifteen thousand dollar bond had been posted in late 2022 for Mr. Brownás release. At the Thursday, January 26, 2023, scheduled arraignment hearing, a Capias was issued for Mr. Brown.

Natasha Marie Lewis, age 34, with address listed at 1250 North State Route Two, #36, New Martinsville, WV, was called before the Court for arraignment. Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC was present to represent Ms. Lewis. Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught was present to represent the State. Ms. Lewis did not appear. Ms. Lewis was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on a four count felony indictment: two counts of Conspiracy to Deliver a Controlled Narcotic Substance and two counts of Transportation of Controlled Substances into State. Courtroom discourse indicated that Ms. Lewis may be enrolled in rehabilitation and the issuing of a Capias was held back. The Court set Monday, February 8, 2023, at 9:00 AM for a return date.

Dale Robert McDaniels, II, age 30, with address listed at 22 North Fork Road, Pine Grove, WV, was called before the Court for arraignment. Attorney Braden Noon of the McCoid Law Offices of Wheeling stood in for Attorney Michael Baum, also of Wheeling, to represent Mr. McDaniels. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. McDaniels did not appear. Mr. McDaniels was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on three felony counts of Sexual Assault in the First Degree. A Capias was issued for Mr. McDaniels.

Jessica Dawn Myers, age 29, with address listed at 114 North Sixth Avenue, Paden City, WV, appeared before the Court for arraignment. Ms. Myers was represented by Attorney Shane Mallett of Wheeling. The State was represented by Wetzel County Assistant Prosecutor Justin Craft. Ms. Myers was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on a single felony offense of Child Neglect Resulting in Death. Ms. Myers was served with her indictment at her Thursday, January 26, 2023, courtroom appearance. The Court set bond at five-thousand dollars, cash or surety, with instructions to Ms. Myers that if bond was not posted by 4:00 PM the following day, Friday, January 27, 2023, she was to self-report for confinement. Additionally, the Court instructed Ms. Myers to report to the Paden City Police Department by the end of the day, Thursday, January 26, 2023, for photographing and fingerprinting. The Court set a return date of Friday, February 17, 2023, at 9:00 AM.

Denton Franklin Pletcher, age 30, with address listed at 2986 Willey Fork Road, Burton, WV, appeared before the Court for arraignment. Mr. Pletcher was represented by Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Pletcher was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on two felony counts: Entry of a Building Other than a Dwelling and Grand Larceny. Defense Attorney Curry stated that a plea agreement has been negotiated. Friday, February 17, 2023, at 9:00 AM was set for a return to court for a plea hearing. Mr. Pletcherás bond was continued.

Michael Eugene Stout, age 62, with address listed at 278 Carlin Addition Road, Smithfield, WV, appeared in custody before the Court for arraignment. Mr. Stout was represented by Attorney Kevin Neiswonger of the Moundsville law firm of Neiswonger & White. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Stout was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on four felony counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver. Not guilty pleas were entered to the charges and Defense Attorney Curry requested Discovery. The Court established a schedule for discovery activities and set a return to court date of Monday, March 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM. Mr. Stout was remanded.

Alissa Marie West, age 25, with address listed at 1103 James Street, New Martinsville, WV, appeared in custody before the Court for arraignment. Ms. West was represented by Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC. The State was represented by Wetzel County Assistant Prosecutor Justin Craft. Ms. West was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on six felony counts: one count of Child Neglect Causing Bodily Injury, two counts of Child Neglect Causing Serious Bodily Injury, and three counts of Gross Child Neglect Creating Risk of Death or Serious Bodily Injury. Concerning a plea, Ms. West stood mute. A plea hearing was scheduled for Friday, February 17, 2023, at 9:00 AM. Ms. West was remanded.

Jason Alan Williams, age 47, with address listed at 1298 Wise Acres Road, New Martinsville, WV, appeared before the Court for arraignment. Mr. Williams was represented by Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. Mr. Williams was indicted by a Wetzel County Grand Jury during the January 2023 term on eight felony counts of Wanton Endangerment Involving a Firearm. Concerning a plea, Mr. Williams stood mute. Defense Attorney Curry requested Discovery and the Court established a schedule for discovery activities. Additionally, Defense Attorney Curry indicated he will be filing a motion for a competency evaluation. Prosecutor Haught requested that Mr. Williams continued bond be supervised. The Court set Monday, March 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM for a return to court.

The name of George Herbert Beale, III, age 46, with address listed at 4038 Hornet Highway, Hundred, WV, and more recently the Huttonsville Correctional Center, appeared on the docket for a status of psychological evaluation. Mr. Beale was represented by Attorney David White of the Moundsville law firm of Neiswonger & White. The State was represented by Wetzel County Assistant Prosecutor Justin Craft. Mr. Beale was not present. Attorney White was tasked with preparing an order to bring about the evaluation. A return to court was set for Monday, March 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM.

Charles Zachary Wells, age 32, with address listed at 5885 American Ridge Road, New Martinsville, WV, appeared in custody before the Court for a status hearing regarding probation revocation. Mr. Wells appeared without counsel and the Court appointed Attorney Roger Curry of the PDC to represent Mr. Wells. The State was represented by Wetzel County Prosecutor Timothy Haught. The matter was continued to Friday, February 3, 2023, at 1:00 PM. Mr. Wells was remanded.

Kelvin Eugene Jones, age 57, with address listed at 676 Beechlick Run Road, Metz, WV, appeared before the Court for an Adjudicatory hearing regarding a Petition to Revoke Probation brought by the Probation Office on November 29, 2022. Mr. Jones was represented by Attorney Kevin Neiswonger of the Moundsville law firm of Neiswonger & White. The State was represented by Wetzel County Assistant Prosecutor Justin Craft. Mr. Jones admitted to the allegations in the petition and was taken into custody. The Court set the matter for continuance on Friday, February 17, 2023, at 10:45 AM. Mr. Jones was remanded.