Cops & Courts

Superior Court

Criminal

  • Sandra Rose Moses, 27, Omak, pleaded guilty Feb. 4 to second-degree theft. Moses was sentenced to 30 days in jail and fined $1,110.50 for the March 21, 2013 crime. She was also ordered to pay restitution in the amount of $1,575 to Moon Security of Spokane and $203 to Friendship Diversion Services of Okanogan.
  • Melissa Rosa McCraigie, 30, Omak, pleaded guilty Feb. 4 to second-degree trafficking in stolen property and third-degree theft. McCraigie was sentenced to 364 days in jail with 304 days suspended, and fined $1110.50 for the Oct. 21, 2013 crimes.
  • David Jason Harder, 42, Okanogan, pleaded guilty Feb. 4 to two separate charges of second-degree burglary, both occurring on Sept. 24, 2013. Harder was sentenced to nine months in jail for the crimes, and fined $2,221.
  • Eli Paul Vanbrunt, 29, Riverside, pleaded guilty Feb. 5 to second-degree theft. Vanbrunt was sentenced to six months in jail and fined $1,110.50 for the Dec. 22, 2011 crime. He was also ordered to pay $1,074.85 in restitution to Wal-Mart. In an unrelated case, Vanbrunt also pleaded guilty Feb. 5 to third-degree theft. He was sentenced to 364 days in jail with 274 days suspended and credit for 35 days served. That sentence is to run concurrent with the above crime. Vanbrunt was fined $1,010.50 and ordered to pay $92.03 in restitution to Wal Mart. A second-degree burglary charge was dismissed. That crime occurred June 25, 2012.
  • Myron Robert John, 23, Omak, pleaded guilty Feb. 5 to third-degree assault. John was sentenced to eight months in jail and fined $1,210.50 for the March 22, 2012 crime. A restitution hearing was scheduled for April 15. In an unrelated case, John pleaded guilty Feb. 5 to POCS (marijuana) (less than 40 grams). He was sentenced to 90 days in jail with credit for 90 days served, and fined $1,010.50 for the Mar. 18, 2013 crime.
  • The court dismissed Feb. 3 two charges again Nicholas Guiterrez Lopez, 56, Okanogan: attempted second-degree rape and fourth-degree assault. The charges were dismissed without prejudice.
  • The court declined Jan. 27 to press first-degree criminal trespass charges against Gordon Lester Dick Jr., Omak. The case was transmitted to Okanogan County District Court.
  • The court found probable cause to charge Donald Lee Thomas, 58, Tonasket, with POCS (methamphetamine) with intent to deliver, POCS (heroin) with intent to deliver, and five counts of possession of a legend drug with intent to deliver. The crimes allegedly occurred Jan. 26 in Okanogan.
  • The court found probable cause to charge Shanyce Rachel Rodriguez, 20, Oroville, with first-degree burglary, second-degree assault, third-degree theft and third-degree malicious mischief. The crimes allegedly occurred Jan. 25 near Omak.
  • The court found probable cause to charge Dylan Thomas James Counts, 19, Okanogan, with second-degree burglary, second-degree theft and third-degree malicious mischief. The crimes allegedly occurred Jan. 26 in Okanogan.
  • The court found probable cause to charge Jacob Ryan Atkinson, 18, Omak, with five counts of second-degree malicious mischief and 12 counts of third-degree malicious mischief. The crimes allegedly occurred Jan. 27 in Omak.
  • The court found probable cause to charge Patrick Dale Bilby, 21, Omak, with five counts of second-degree malicious mischief and 12 counts of third-degree malicious mischief. The crimes allegedly occurred Jan. 27 in Omak.
  • The court found probable cause to charge Robert Wendall George, 44, Omak, with POCS (methamphetamine). The crime allegedly occurred Jan. 30 in Omak.
  • The court found probable cause to charge Michelle Lynn Carden, 25, Omak, with POCS (methamphetamine) with intent to deliver, unlawful possession of a legend drug and use of drug paraphernalia. The crimes allegedly occurred Jan. 30 in Oroville.

Juvenile

  • A 15-year-old Omak boy pleaded guilty Jan. 29 to two separate charges of MIP/C. The boy was sentenced to a total of nine days in detention with credit for nine days served, and fined a total of $200. The crimes occurred Oct. 28 and Dec. 27, both 2013.
  • A 16-year-old Omak boy pleaded guilty Jan. 29 to third-degree theft and four counts of second-degree vehicle prowling. He was sentenced to four days in detention with credit for four days served, and fined $100. A restitution hearing was scheduled for March 26. The crimes occurred Nov. 26, 2013. In a separate case, the same boy was found guilty (deferred disposition revoked) Jan. 29 to four counts of third-degree theft, six counts of second-degree vehicle prowling, and one count each of second-degree theft and third-degree malicious mischief. The boy was sentenced to 30 days in detention with credit for 30 days served, and fined $100. Those crimes occurred April 18, 2013.
  • A 16-year-old Riverside boy pleaded guilty Feb. 5 to theft of a motor vehicle, second-degree DWLS and POCS (marijuana) (less than 40 grams). The boy was sentenced to 15-36 weeks in a state detention facility with credit for nine days served, and fined $100. The crimes occurred Nov. 16, 2013.
  • A 15-year-old Okanogan girl pleaded guilty Feb. 5 to third-degree theft. She was sentenced to two days in detention and fined $100 for the Nov. 11, 2013 crimes. A restitution hearing was scheduled for April 30. In a separate case, the same girl was found guilty (deferred disposition revoked) of harassment (threats to kill) DV, fourth-degree assault (DV) and resisting arrest. She was sentenced to five days in detention with credit for five served, and fined $100. Those crimes occurred Sept. 4, 2013.
  • A 14-year-old Omak girl pleaded guilty Feb. 5 to third-degree theft and MIP/C. The girl was sentenced to seven days in jail with credit for seven days served, and fined $100 for the Nov. 4, 2013 crimes.
  • A 16-year-old Omak boy pleaded guilty Feb. 5 to third-degree theft. The boy was sentenced to eight days in detention with credit for eight days served, and fined $100 for the Sept. 18, 2013 crime.

District Court

  • Nora Marlen Ariana Figueroa, 23, Okanogan, had a third-degree DWLS charge dismissed.
  • Crystal Gail Fletcher, 33, Okanogan, guilty of third-degree DWLS. Fletcher received a 90-day suspended sentence and fined $818. She also had an addition third-degree DWLS charge dismissed.
  • Michaella Jean Flores, 31, Omak, guilty of third-degree theft and two counts of third-degree DWLS. Flores was sentenced to 364 days in jail with 334 days suspended, and fined $2,444.
  • Lee Andrew Gardee, 42, Omak, guilty of first-degree DWLS. Gardee was sentenced to 364 days in jail with 184 days suspended, and fined $1,058.
  • Gary William Gerlinger, 72, Omak, had two charges dismissed: POCS (marijuana) (less than 40 grams) and use of drug paraphernalia. Gerlinger was fined $400.
  • Bernardo Ortiz Godinez, 34, Tonasket, guilty of DUI and third-degree DWLS. Godinez was sentenced to 364 days in jail with 214 days suspended, and fined $2,881.
  • Tanya Paige Hayner, 25, Okanogan, guilty of third-degree DWLS. Hayner was sentenced to 90 days in jail with 87 days suspended, and fined $858.
  • Mark Stuart Helberg, 44, Tonasket, guilty on two counts of third-degree DWLS. Helberg received a 90-day suspended sentence and was fined $636.
  • James Douglas Hires, 50, Tonasket, had a DUI charge dismissed. Hires was fined $1,425.
  • Duke Holst, no middle name listed, 40, Tonasket, guilty of violating a no-contact order. Holst was sentenced to 364 days in jail with 363 days suspended, and fined $258.
  • Tiffany Pauline Irey, 33, Omak, guilty of third-degree DWLS. Irey received a 90-day suspended sentence and was fined $858.
  • Jayme Erica Israel, 45, Omak, guilty of third-degree theft. Israel was sentenced to 180 days in jail with 135 days suspended, and fined $808.
  • Monte Ray Jane, 51, Omak, guilty on two counts of third-degree DWLS. Jane was sentenced to 90 days in jail with 88 days suspended, and fined $1,716.
  • Stephanie Renee Judd, 22, Omak, guilty of reckless driving. Judd received a 180-day suspended sentence and was fined $1,358.
  • Roy Garrett King, 26, Oroville, had a DUI charge dismissed.
  • Michael Christopher Leavell, 48, Tonasket, had a charge dismissed: outdoor burning of prohibited substances.
  • Faith Ann Lezard, 20, Omak, guilty of third-degree theft. Lezard was sentenced to 180 days in jail with 165 days suspended, and fined $768.
  • Noel Lockett, 46, Oroville, guilty on two counts of second-degree criminal trespass. Lockett was sentenced to 90 days in jail with 80 days suspended, and fined $1,216. Lockett also had a charge dismissed: violation of a no-contact order.
  • Lyle Zachary Long, 28, Omak, had a third-degree DWLS charge dismissed.

911 Calls and Jail Bookings

Monday, Feb. 3, 2014

  • Domestic dispute on E. Grape Ave. in Omak.
  • Burglary on W. Broadway St. in Conconully.
  • Warrant arrest on N. Ash St. in Omak.
  • Public intoxication on S. Main St. in Omak.
  • Burglary on Juniper St. in Oroville.
  • Theft on S. Locust St. in Tonasket.
  • Vehicle theft on W. Third Ave. in Tonasket.
  • Leroy Joseph Zacherle, 45, booked for DUI, first-degree DWLS and an ignition interlock violation.
  • Shane M. Heisey, 28, booked for POCS (heroin) and two counts of POCS (methamphetamine).
  • Carl Edward Morris, 33, booked for disorderly conduct.
  • Julie McWilliams-Hurst, 55, booked for negligent driving and POCS.
  • Richard Joseph Cobos, 21, booked on an OCSO FTA warrant for third-degree theft.

Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2014

  • Domestic dispute on Ponderosa Rd. near Tonasket.
  • Fraud on Talkire Lake Rd. near Tonasket.
  • Malicious mischief on S. Second Ave. in Okanogan.
  • Violation of a no-contact order on River Overlook St. near Omak.
  • Trespassing on Engh Rd. in Omak.
  • Burglary on Engh Rd. in Omak.
  • Theft on Engh Rd. in Omak.
  • Drugs on Engh Rd. in Omak.
  • Anthony Abraham Grand-Louis, 43, booked for disorderly conduct and obstruction.
  • Mechelle Maxine Haley, 41, booked for violation of a no-contact order.
  • Madison Leigh Louie, 27, booked for first-degree trafficking in stolen property and second-degree burglary.

Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2014

  • Trespassing on Valley St. in Okanogan.
  • Domestic dispute on S. Fifth Ave. in Okanogan.
  • Theft on Engh Rd. in Omak.
  • Theft on W. Fourth Ave. in Omak. Snow blower reported missing.
  • Trespassing on Engh Rd. in Omak.
  • Check fraud on Omache Dr. in Omak.
  • Theft on Engh Rd. in Omak. Purse reported missing.
  • Credit card fraud on Fir St. in Oroville.
  • Juvenile problem on Ironwood St. in Oroville.
  • Firearms on Central Ave. in Oroville.
  • Fraud on 16th Ave. in Oroville.
  • Threats on E. Seventh St. in Tonasket.
  • Structure fire on Hwy. 97 near Tonasket.
  • Tiffeney Marie Olson, 33, booked for POCS (methamphetamine), third-degree DWLS and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Thursday, Feb. 6, 2014

  • Domestic dispute on S. Fourth Ave. in Okanogan.
  • Burglary on S. Second Ave. in Okanogan.
  • Assault on Engh Rd. near Omak.
  • Assault on Mill St. in Okanogan.
  • Warrant arrest on Apple Way Rd. in Okanogan.
  • Trespassing on Monroe St. in Okanogan.
  • Two-vehicle crash on Holmes Rd. near Oroville. No injuries reported.
  • Warrant arrest on S. Cedar St. in Omak.
  • Jared James Paul Morris, 22, booked on two counts of delivery of a controlled substance (heroin), two counts of delivery of a controlled substance within 1,000 feet of a school zone, POCS (heroin) with intent to deliver, and an Omak Police Department FTA warrant for third-degree DWLS.
  • Jesse L. Abrahamson, 19, booked for delivery of a controlled substance (heroin) and delivery of a controlled substance within 1,000 feet of a school zone.
  • Michaella Jean Flores, 31, court commitment for third-degree theft and POCS (methamphetamine).
  • Juan Manuel Medina, 19, court commitment for use of drug paraphernalia.
  • John Douglas Gelvin, 58, booked on two counts of fourth-degree assault (DV) and interfering with reporting (DV).
  • Kyle Albert Cantlon, 21, booked for second-degree burglary, second-degree theft and third-degree malicious mischief.

Friday, Feb. 7, 2014

  • Burglary on Skyview Dr. in Omak.
  • Assault on Hwy. 7 near Oroville.
  • Malicious mischief on S. Second Ave. in Okanogan.
  • Fraud on Lakeview Heights Dr. near Oroville.
  • Domestic dispute on Copple Rd. near Omak.
  • Drugs on N. Fourth Ave. in Okanogan.
  • Domestic dispute on N. Third Ave. in Okanogan.
  • Drugs on N. Cedar St. in Omak.
  • Assault on S. Cedar St. in Omak.
  • Two reports of theft on Engh Rd. in Omak.
  • DWLS on Engh Rd. in Omak.
  • DWLS on Main St. in Oroville.
  • Threats on Main St. in Oroville.
  • Theft on Hwy. 97 near Tonasket. Cash reported missing.
  • Rueben Edward Miller, 22, court commitment for DUI.
  • Destiny Delores Dill, 42, booked on a Department of Corrections detainer.
  • Dia Marie Gardner, 38, booked for fourth-degree assault (DV).
  • Carla Jean Agapith, 42, booked on a State Patrol FTC warrant for first-degree DWLS.
  • Peter Larson Ekblad, 44, booked for third-degree DWLS.
  • Lazelda Marie Foster, 19, booked on an Omak Police Department FTA warrant for third-degree theft.

Saturday, Feb. 8, 2014

  • DWLS on S. Western Ave. in Tonasket.
  • DWLS on N. Van Duyn St. in Okanogan.
  • Domestic dispute on S. Second Ave. in Okanogan.
  • Warrant arrest on Hwy. 7 near Tonasket.
  • Assault on N. Third Ave. in Okanogan.
  • Domestic dispute on N. Country Vue Rd. near Omak.
  • Malicious mischief on Apple Way Rd. near Okanogan. Vehicle window reported smashed.
  • Malicious mischief on S. Douglas St. in Omak. Building reported egged.
  • Assault on Koala Ave. in Omak.
  • Victor A. Pamatz Valencia, 24, booked for DUI.
  • Jess Davis Lamoreaux, 28, booked for DUI and possession of a legend drug without a prescription.
  • Wayne Morris McGhee, 65, booked on an Omak Police Department FTA warrant for DUI and an OCSO FTA warrant for second-degree DWLS.
  • Brandon Michael Paisley, 30, booked for third-degree DWLS.

Sunday, Feb. 9, 2014

  • DWLS on E. Eighth Ave. in Omak.
  • Assault on Engh Rd. in Omak.
  • Trespassing on River Ave. in Okanogan.
  • Structure fire on W. Third St. in Tonasket. Residence was empty.
  • Cameron Blake Emery, 21, court commitment for DUI.
  • Amber Rae Erks, 22, booked for fourth-degree assault (DV), third-degree DWLS and an ignition interlock violation

Key:DUI – Driving Under the Influence

DWLS/R – Driving While License Suspended/Revoked

POSC – Possession of a Controlled Substance

MIP/C – Minor in Possession/Consumption

TMVWOP – Taking a Motor Vehicle without Owner’s Permission

DV – Domestic Violence

FTA – Failure to Appear (on a warrant)

FTPF – Failure to Pay Fine

RP – Reporting Party

OCSO – Okanogan County Sheriff’s Officer

DOC – State Department of Corrections

USBP – U.S. Border Patrol

CBP – U.S. Customs and Border Protection

ICE – Immigration and Customs Enforcement