CLAY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT

2/17/25

Sheriff Andy Myers released the following:

On January 5, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office issued citation to Clifford R. Cochran, 59, of Olney, for Speed too fast for condition as a result of a traffic stop in the area of Highway 50 and Ginger Road in Flora.

On January 9, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office issued citation to Dalton R. Utley, 33, of Noble, for Disregarding Traffic Control Light as a result of a traffic stop in the area of Highway 50 and North State Road in Flora.

On January 11, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Cardinal Lane and Ruff Road in Louisville for a suspicious subject. As a result of this investigation, Kyle T. Adler, 45, of Farina, was issued citation(s) for Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle, Failure to Reduce Speed, Transport/Carry/Alcohol Liquor/Driver and Unlawful Possession of Cannabis by Driver.

On January 12, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office responded to a single motor vehicle accident in the area of Old Highway 50 and Dogwood Road in Xenia. As a result of this investigation Theron D. Arnold, 54, of Alma, was issued citation(s) for Leaving the Scene, Failure to Give Notice of Accident, Failure to Reduce Speed and Improper Traffic Lane Usage.

On January 13, Jordan K. Hemrich, 29, of Olney, was arrested on a Clay County Warrant (No Bond) for a Contempt of Court on the original charge(s) of Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. Hemrich was transported to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.

On January 14, Taylor R. Pride, 24, of Clay City, was arrested on a Clay County Warrant (No Bond) for a Contempt of Court on the original charge (s) of Aggravated Battery of a Peace Officer and Resisting a Peace Officer. Pride was transported to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.

On January 17, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office arrested Cody L. Cook, 40, of Rinard, was arrested on a Clay County Warrant (No Bond) for a Contempt of Court on the original charge of Theft. Cook was transported to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.

On January 17, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office arrested Brody L. R. Hall, 25, of Flora, was arrested on a Clay County Warrant ($5,000.00 10% plus $75.00 FTA Fee) for a Failure to Appear on the original charge of Theft. Hall was transported to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.

On January 19, Murl A. Bridges Jr, 41, of Fairfield, was arrested on a Clay County Warrant (No Bond) for a Contempt of Court on the original charge of Unlawful Failure to Register as Violent Offender Against Youth. Bridges was transported to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.

On January 21, Ryan M. Staton, 43, of Flora, was arrested on a Clay County Warrant (No Bond) for a Contempt of Court on the original charge of Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. Staton was transported to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.

On January 22, Tyler J. Stewart, 38, of Effingham, was arrested on a Clay County Warrant (No Bond) for a Contempt of Court on the original charge of Driving on Revoked License. Stewart was transported to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.

On January 25, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office responded to a single vehicle accident in the area of Fairfield Road and Popeberry Lane. As a result of this investigation, Cameron B. Walden, 26, was issued citation(s) for Driver Failure to give Notice of Accident and Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle. There were no reported injuries.

On January 25, Whitney L. Gosnell, 30, of Buckner, was arrested on a Clay County Warrant (No Bond) for a Petition to Revoke on the original charge of Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. Gosnell was transported to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.

On January 28, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office issued citation(s) to Terry R. Lee, 54, of Fairfield, for No Valid Registration, Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle and No Valid Driver License as a result of a traffic stop in the area of Big Four Road and Wilcox Bridge Lane in Clay City.

On January 29, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office responded to a two-vehicle accident in the area of Front Street and Main Street in Xenia. As a result of this investigation, Morgan N. Hensley, 33, of Xenia, was issued citation for Improper Lane Usage. There were no reported injuries.

On January 31, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 100 block of Water Lily Road in Clay City for a criminal damage complaint. As a result of this investigation Chris M. Prather, 34, of Clay City, was arrested for Criminal Damage to Property. Prather was issued a Notice to Appear and released.

On February 2, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office issued citation to Lacy J. Green, 43, of Kinmundy, for Speeding as a result of a traffic stop in the area of Highway 45 and Palm Lane in Flora.

On February 2, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office issued citation to Timothy R. Morton, 36, of West Salem, for Speeding as a result of a traffic stop in the area of Big Four Road and Day Flower Lane in Clay City.

On February 3, Michael W. Diggs, 64, of Calhoun, was arrested on a Clay County Warrant (No Bond) for a Contempt of Court on the original charge of Driving while License Revoked. Diggs was transported to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.

On February 3, Wally L. West, 60, of La Clede, was arrested on a Clay County Warrant (No Bond) for a Contempt of Court on the original charge(s) of Driving while License Revoked and Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. West was transported to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.

On February 4, Sandy R. Harris, 48, of Harrisburg, was arrested on a Clay County Warrant ($3,500.00 10% plus $75.00 FTA Fee) for a Failure to Appear on the original charge for Possession of Methamphetamine. Harris was unable to post bond and transported to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.

On February 6, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office issued citation to Shaillyah A. Pickett, 24, of Colombus, Georgia, for Speeding as a result of a traffic stop in the area of Highway 45 and Iola Lane in Louisville.

On February 6, Jason J. White, 43, of Iuka, was arrested on a Clay County Warrant (No Bond) for a Contempt of Court on the original charge of Driving while License Revoked. White was transported to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.

THE CHARGE IS MERELY AN ACCUSATION AND THE DEFENDANT IS PRESUMED INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY.