by Michelle Sparrow | Nov 26, 2014 | Criminal Law Blog, Sex Crimes
A man who is well known in his community is facing charges that seem unthinkable. A well-liked and respected youth leader at the Unity United Methodist Church in Salisbury has been arrested and is facing statutory rape and other sex crime charges involving minors. As... by Michelle Sparrow | Mar 20, 2014 | Assault, Criminal Law Blog
In November 2013, a woman claimed she was assaulted by an officer as he was taking her into custody. Yesterday, the Hickory police officer turned himself in to the Catawba County, North Carolina, Sheriff’s Office in response to a grand jury indictment. Released... by Michelle Sparrow | Oct 30, 2013 | Assault, Criminal Law Blog
A week ago, Raleigh news outlets were filled with stories about the five North Carolina State Fair goers injured in a ride accident. Now, outlets are carrying the story of the arrest of the 46-year-old ride operator on three felony charges of assault with a deadly...