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Rap artist death probe brings local arrest

An ongoing federal investigation has led to the arrest of a Lake Havasu City man. Ryan Reavis, 36, was arrested Monday following execution of a search warrant at a residence in the 1000 block of Barcelona Loop. Lake Havasu police detective Chris Angus said a physician’s prescription pad, prescription-only pills, a usable amount of marijuana and drug paraphernalia was located. Officers also confiscated a 9mm pistol, two shotguns, a personally manufactured firearm suppressor and large amounts of ammunition. “The investigation, led by the DEA, is an active case involving the death of music artist Malcolm McCormick, also known as Mac…

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Four arrested on drug charges

LAKE HAVASU CITY – A month-long investigation of suspected methamphetamine sales activity in Lake Havasu City and Parker has resulted in drug seizures and the arrests of four suspects. Lake Havasu police report that one pound of meth was confiscated from a vehicle that was stopped in La Paz County on September 17. Subjects in that vehicle identified as Clint Martin, 49, and Tara Cosby, 29, both of Lake Havasu, were arrested and jailed on drug charges. “On September 20, information was received that approximately two additional ounces of methamphetamine was located at a residence occupied by Clint Martin and…

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Former NACFD chief Eder’s charges set aside

KINGMAN – The former chief of a north Kingman-based fire district has essentially erased his trial conviction involving a misdemeanor conflict of interest charge. Wayne Ludwig Eder, 56, was placed on unsupervised probation during a May 10 sentencing hearing before Mohave County Superior Court Judge Rick Lambert. Eder’s probation ended about 15 minutes later when he paid a $150 fine. Judge Lambert in early August set aside, or dismissed, the conviction and allegations involved. Further, Judge Lambert fully restored Eder’s constitutional rights, including his rights to vote, hold office and possess firearms.

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Beware of mailbox thief

KINGMAN – On Thursday, September 19, the Kingman Police Department took numerous reports of mail stolen from mail boxes in the following downtown neighborhoods: Parkview Ave., Stowell Ave., Copper St., Silver St,. and Spring St. Anyone with information is urged to contact KPD by calling 928-753-2191, or report anonymously to Mohave Silent Witness by calling (928) 753-1234 or report tips online by going to www.kingmanplice.com and clicking on “Give A Tip”.

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Romo jailed following domestic dispute

LAKE HAVASU CITY – A Lake Havasu City man faces prosecution for allegedly beating a woman earlier this month. The victim told police the argument started at a bar and continued at the suspect’s home on September 10. Police responded to a report of a domestic dispute and altercation at a home on Bluewater Drive. A police report said arriving officers witnessed Marcus Romo, 31, beating the victim inside the home. Officers reportedly drew weapons and arrested Romo and noticed a busted chair, a smashed front window and lots of blood inside the home. The victim, police said, was sobbing…

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Pratt ordered to three years for drug binge

KINGMAN – A three-year prison term was ordered Monday for a Bullhead City man who was found slumped over in a vehicle during a drug binge. Christopher Pratt, 25, was discovered unresponsive in a running vehicle on Riviera Boulevard on July 3. Officers reportedly found about three grams of methamphetamine in the vehicle along with usable quantities of heroin and marijuana, as well as some drug paraphernalia. Pratt pleaded guilty to an attempted sale of dangerous drug charge in exchange for dismissal of other drug related counts. Defense attorney Christopher Margolis told Mohave County Superior Court Judge Rick Lambert that…

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