Subject: Practice News Story #4: Court
Posted: 10:15am MT/September 26, 2007
Suspects Arrested in September 19 Break-in of Local Church House
Madison Hintze
Logan, Utah-Two suspects presumably involved in the September 19 LDS church house break-in; have been charged with two misdemeanor counts, one of breaking and entering, the other of vandalism, and a felony of burglary.
35-year-old Mr. James (Jim) Michaels, husband and father of two, was arrested around 11:00pm on the evening of the crime, along with a minor accomplice whose information is not being released at this time.
The preliminary hearing overseen by Judge Allen Mayfield has shown sufficient evidence to proceed with the charges that have been made. Evidence that led up to both arrests included fingerprints found at the scene of the crime, several leads that had been called in the day of the incident, and also a confession from the juvenile that has been charged.
Defense Attorney Robbie Cochren who has been court appointed to defend both suspects believes each of them to be innocent. “I believe the charges will be dropped.” Said Robby in a Press Conference. Evidence of their innocence will be brought to court, but as of now is not being released.
Sheriff Deputy Geoffrey Hasty, who made both arrests said, “I think there is ample evidence.” Mr. Michaels could face six months to a year in jail, along with a maximum fine of $5,000. As for the juvenile, sentencing will be dependent upon him being tried as a minor or as an adult.
Suspects were being held in the Cache County Detention Center; however, both posted bail at $500 and were released. Neither suspect has a previous record. A trial date has been set for October 21st.
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Great job on your story! I am totally impressed that you were able to write such a lengthy and thorough report in a short time. You seemed to have gotten all of your facts right and everything flowed really well. Good Job!
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