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Mule deer poached

Pam Wanner6 years ago2 years ago1 mins

COLORADO CITY – The Arizona Game and Fish Department is seeking information about the recent poaching of two female (doe) mule deer near Colorado City. The deer were found in Game Management Unit 13A, north of Mohave County Highway 237 (Cane Beds Road) in the Cottonwood Canyon area. It is believed they were killed Jan. 5 or Jan. 6, when there was no open hunt for female mule deer. “Evidence was collected at the scene, but help from the public will play a critical role in finding those responsible,” said Tim Shurtliff, wildlife manager. “This is not the act of…

Prison for robber who assaulted two employees

Ron Martin6 years ago2 years ago2 mins

KINGMAN – A Parker man who committed violent robberies at two businesses in Lake Havasu City is being sent to the Arizona Department of Corrections for 8.5 years. The punishment imposed Thursday by Mohave County Superior Court Judge Rick Lambert was mandated in a plea agreement for Kerrigon Russell, 24. Russsell pleaded guilty to robbery and aggravated assault for an April 29, 2019 incident at the Sally Beauty Supply store at 5601 Highway 95. Judge Lambert said court records show that Russell grabbed a female employee by the neck and pushed her down after entering the business. Lambert said Russell…

Lowe promoted to Corporal

Ron Martin6 years ago2 years ago1 mins

MOHAVE COUNTY – The Mohave County Sheriff’s Office would like to announce the promotion of Jason Lowe to the rank of Corporal. He has demonstrated that he has the knowledge and experience to excel in his new rank at the Adult Detention Facility. Lowe is recognized as a valuable member of the Mohave County Sheriff’s Office. He started his career as a Detention Officer in January of 2017, where he has excelled in his assigned duties. From left to right: Chief Deputy Dean McKie, Lieutenant Bob Vollbracht, Corporal Jason Lowe, and Captain Don Bischoff.

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Martinez charged with arson, assault on an officer

Ron Martin6 years ago2 years ago2 mins

KINGMAN – A local man reportedly admitted committing an act of arson and using dangerous drugs after authorities responded to a residential structure fire in north Kingman. The January 11 fire in the 3600 block of Lum Avenue was reported at 11:22 a.m. The Mohave County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) said witnesses saw a Hispanic man in the yard before responders first arrived on scene. Agency spokeswoman Anita Mortensen said video surveillance from a neighboring property showed that Gabriel Thomas Martinez, 31, was present when smoke began emanating from the residence he rents. Mortensen said Martinez entered the garage and fled…

Chief Justice from Kingman served 17 years on Arizona Supreme Court

Ron Martin6 years ago2 years ago5 mins

The late Frank X. Gordon Jr.’s comment about the impeachment of President Bill Clinton more than 20 years ago is timeless as it holds true today in the instance of President Donald Trump. “They’re really not legal proceedings,” Gordon said of impeachment. “They are political proceedings.” The man who grew up in Kingman and served the Arizona Supreme Court from 1975 to 1992 was Chief Justice when he presided over the impeachment trial of former Governor Evan Mecham in 1988. Ten years later Gordon said he had no doubt of Mecham’s guilt. “In fact he used what was determined to…

Three receive ‘golden grabber’ awards

Ron Martin6 years ago2 years ago2 mins

MOHAVE COUNTY – Three citizens were presented appreciation certificates and “golden grabber” trash pickers at the January 6 Mohave County Board of Supervisors meeting in recognition of their exhaustive efforts in collecting illegally dumped debris in the desert. Board Chairman Jean Bishop and Todd Davison, head of the Mohave County Environmental Clean-up Enforcement (ERACE) unit thanked Wayne Hollins, William Tilwillinger and Mark Schmiedeke. Hollins helped found the Golden Valley Cactus Cleaners group about five years ago, while Tilwillinger oversees the Cactus Cleaners group in Dolan Springs. Schmiedeke helps the Golden Valley volunteers and also patrols roadways collecting litter on his…

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Mule deer poached

Prison for robber who assaulted two employees

Lowe promoted to Corporal

Martinez charged with arson, assault on an officer

Chief Justice from Kingman served 17 years on Arizona Supreme Court

Three receive ‘golden grabber’ awards

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