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Bus Driver Facing Drug Charges

Brandon Gillman has been arrested and charged with two felony counts for possession of cocaine and the painkiller Endocet.  Gillman was the bus driver for a group of school kids headed to Disneyland for a class trip.  The students were about to board the bus when a police dog alerted to Gillman's backpack.  Police say Gillman also failed sobriety tests and was charged with driving while intoxicated.  To read more on this story please go to http://www.foxnews.com/us/2012/05/31/bus-driver-in-disneyland-trip-charged-with-drug-possession/

Teacher Arrested For Soliciting Teen

John McDaniel, a middle school teacher, has been arrested and charged with the offense of online solicitation of a minor.  McDaniel was arrested after allegations that he had solicited a 15-year-old former student of his.  Police don't believe there was any physical contact between McDaniel and the student, but he was allegedly exchanging e-mails and sexually oriented text messages with the teen.  McDaniel has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.  To read more on this story please go to http://dfw.cbslocal.com/2012/05/31/police-arrest-grapevine-colleyville-teacher/

Drunk Driver Hits Ambulance

A suspected drunk driver was speeding down the road when he collided with an ambulance and died.  A fire truck and ambulance were parked at a patient's home when a Nissan Altima slammed into the parked ambulance.  Fire fighters cut the trapped driver out of the car, but he unfortunately died after arriving at Ben Taub.  Police believe that alcohol was a factor in the crash.  To read more on this story please go to http://www.kens5.com/news/Drunk-driving-suspect-crashes-into-ambulance-dies-155919965.html

Teacher Arrested On Child Porn Charges

Robert Fowler, a highschool teacher, has been arrested and charged with the offense of possession of child pornography.  Police say they decided to search Fowler's computer after receiving a tip.  After conducting a search of his home computer, police discovered Fowler to be in possession of child pornography.  Fowler has been a teacher at the same highschool since 2009 and is currently being suspended with pay, pending the outcome of the investigation.  To read more on this story please go to http://www.theindychannel.com/news/31108878/detail.html

Man Charged With Multiple Drug Counts

Jesse Pina Ontiveros has been arrested and charged with felony possession of cocaine and marijuana.  Police began to investigate Ontiveros after receiving a tip that he was in possession of a large amount of drugs.  Police obtained a search warrant and were able to find Ontiveros to be in possession of 45 grams of cocaine, 5 pounds of marijuana and various other drug related items.  If convicted, Ontiveros could spend up to 30 years in prison.  To read more on this story please go to http://www.northlandsnewscenter.com/news/crime/Iron-Range-Man-Charged-for-Possession-of-Cocaine-and-Marijuana-154146495.html

Drunk Driver Charged In Deadly Crash

Howard Christy II has been arrested and charged with the offense of intoxication manslaughter following a deadly crash.  Christy was allegedly driving drunk when he drove his car into a creek in the early morning hours of April 29th.  Police were called by a family who happened to be going to the creek at the time of the crash.  By the time help arrived on the scene, Christy's passenger had unfortunately died.  To read more on this story please go to http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/154189805.html

Woman Arrested For Assault And Cocaine Possession

Natasha Moreira has been arrested and charged with the offenses of assault and cocaine possession.  According to police, they were responding to a residence on a domestic assault call and when they arrived they spoke to a man who said his girlfriend had bit him on the chest during an argument.  During an inventory search after her arrest, police discovered three plastic baggies of cocaine on Moreira's person.  To read more on this story please go to http://tiverton.patch.com/articles/tiverton-woman-charged-with-domestic-assault-cocaine-and-weapons-possession

Strange Traveling Buddies For Drunk Driver

Jerald Reiter has been arrested and charged with the offense of DWI.  When officers approached Reiter he had a parrot and zebra seated in the passenger seat of his vehicle.  He told police that he considers the animals to be friends and they often travel with him.  Authorities said Reiter had a blood alcohol level of 0.14 at the time of the arrest.  To read more on this story please go to http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/iowa-man-arrested-drunk-driving-zebra-parrot-front-seat-article-1.1084023

Man Given Maximum For Soliciting Minor

Bryan Martin was given the maximum sentence of 10 years in prison on a charge of solicitation of a minor.  According to the prosecution, it was the 12 year old girl's parent who told them about Martin's activities.  A police officer then posed as the girl online and got Martin to express his desire to have sex with her.  Martin was later arrested at his home in Portland.  To read more on this story please go to http://www.kristv.com/news/martin-given-maximum-sentence-for-solicitation-of-a-minor-online/  

Drunk Driver Crashes Into Dealership

Varance Anthony Hibbett has been arrested and charged with the offense of driving while intoxicated.  According to police, Hibbett drove his Chrysler 300 into a car dealership and smashed into multiple vehicles.  The total damage to the property and cars was said to be in the neighborhood of $60,000.  Hibbett allegedly left the scene of the accident and was arrested soon after.  To read more on this story please go to http://www.myfoxtampabay.com/story/18600965/deputies-dui-driver-smashes-into-vehicles-at-car-dealership

South Carolina Man Solicits Minor

Brandon A. Peluso has been arrested and charged with the offenses of solicitation of a minor and attempted criminal conduct with a minor.  The arrest warrant alleges that Peluso used an internet ad to solicit sex from someone he believed was a minor.  Peluso then engaged in sexually oriented conversations and traveled to meet the person he believed was a minor.  To read more on this story please go to http://www2.counton2.com/news/2012/may/21/myrtle-beach-man-arrested-soliciting-minor-online-ar-3832402/

UFC Champ Arrested For DWI

Jon "Bones" Jones, UFC light-heavyweight champ, has been arrested and charged with the offense of driving while intoxicated.  Police say Jones was charged after having a single vehicle accident that left his 2012 Bentley totaled.  Jones was not seriously injured in the crash and was issued a citation to appear in court at a later date.  To read more on this story please go to http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120520/NEWS01/120520003/jon-Bones-Jones?odyssey=tab%7Ctopnews%7Ctext%7CLocal%20News

Mobile Lab Found In Man's Car

Ronald McEathron was charged with multiple criminal offenses after police found a mobile meth lab in his car.  McEathron was stopped by police who were in the area investigating another mobile meth lab unrelated to McEathron.  After police made the discovery McEathron was ultimately charged with possession of a controlled substance, manufacturing methamphetamine and misdemeanor possession of a controlled substance.  He is currently in the county jail in lieu of a $20,000 bond.  To read more on this story please go to http://www.uticaod.com/news/x1266597866/Police-Mobile-meth-lab-found-in-Munnsville-mans-car

Former Cop Found Guilty Of Sexual Assault

Former New York City Officer Michael Pena was found guilty of sexual assault this past Monday and was then sentenced to 75 years to life.  According to police, Pena approached the victim as she was on her way to work at a local elementary school.  Pena forced her into an alley at gunpoint and sexually assaulted her.  Pena's lawyer described him as a good cop that did an awful thing and asked for a sentence of 10 years.  The judge in the case said Pena is a sexual predator and he showed that he was not one of New York's Finest.  To read more on this story please go to http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/ex-nypd-michael-pena-75-life-sex-assault-article-1.1073730

Officer Injured By Drunk Driver

Calli Dretke has been arrested and charged with the offense of intoxication assault following an accident that left one officer injured.  According to police, Dretke was intoxicated when he struck multiple sheriff's vehicles while they were stopped along the side of the road.  One officer was left with a broken leg as a result of the incident.  The deputy was taken to the hospital and is expected to make a full recovery.  To read more on this story please go to http://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2012/04/23/Texas-deputy-injured-by-drunk-driver/UPI-40611335215365/

41-Year-Old Charged With Soliciting Minor

Esteban Garcia Lucio has been arrested and charged with the offense of online solicitation of a minor.  According to police, Lucio offered to pay a person he believed to be a 14-year-old girl for sex.  The girl's mother gave police the authority to pose as the young girl and Lucio allegedly began sending her text messages.  Garcia was later arrested when he showed up at an agreed upon location.

Man Indicted For Intoxication Assault

John Goin of Dallas was indicted today for the offense of intoxication assault due to an accident that occured earlier this year.  Goin was allegedly driving drunk when he lost control of his vehicle and ultimately flipped it when he left the roadway.  Goin's passenger was ejected from the truck and was seriously injured.  A blood sample later revealed that his blood alcohol content was above the legal limit at the time of the accident.  To read more on this story please go to http://palestineherald.com/local/x1378306869/Man-23-indicted-for-intoxication-assault  

Church Pastor Charged With Soliciting Minor

Raymond Earl Cooper, the pastor of the 1st Church of the Nazarene in Marshall Texas, has been arrested and charged with online solicitation of a minor.  During the course of an investigation, it was determined that Cooper allegedly solicited sex from someone he believed to be a 14-year-old girl.  If convicted, Cooper could be facing a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison.  To read more on this story please go to http://www.kltv.com/story/18064436/etx-pastor-arrested-for-online-solicitation-of-a-minor

Jailer Arrested After Driving Drunk

Trooper Sean Waterman of Smith County has been arrested and charged with the offense of driving while intoxicated.  According to police, at some point Waterman's vehicle went off the road and collided with a tree.  Waterman received Minor injuries during the accident and was taken into custody for DWI.  After submitting a sample of his breath, it was determined that Waterman had a blood alcohol content greater than .15.  The Chief said that he was disappointed in Mr. Waterman and he will face disciplinary action when he returns from medical leave.  To read more on this story please go to http://www.cbs19.tv/story/18061151/jailer-arrested-on-dwi-charge

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