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Felonies David A. Depper, dob 2-05-1986, was found guilty on charges of aggravated battery/public and aggravated assault/public property, one year conditional discharge, fine.

The following police reports were filed between April 11 and April 17, 2025. These reports are public information and are obtained from the Jersey County Circuit Clerk’s office. All individuals have been arrested and charged, or cited in the case of traffic violations. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Anthony Westemeyer, 37, of Nebo, Illinois, was sentenced April 9, to 30 years’ imprisonment for sexual exploitation of a child. The term of imprisonment is to be followed by a five-year term of supervised release.

Traffic: Kayla M. Ramirex, 11/23/98, Pittsfield, operate uninsured motor vehicle, $450, 6 months supervision,

Alfonzo A. Brown, 36, Springfield, was arrested April 15 on a a charge of failure to appear. He was released April 17.

CIVIL CASES FILED Lula R. Merrifield vs. David Lee Allen, dissolution w/o child, 4-8-25.

The following police reports were filed between April 11 and April 17, 2025. These reports are public information and are obtained from the Greene County Circuit Clerk’s office. All individuals have been arrested and charged, or cited in the case of traffic violations. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty. The following individual was charged…

Grantor – Steven J Brangenberg & wife, Grantee – Richard S Gauntt & wife, Instrument – Warranty Deed, Date of Inst. – 02/28/25. Grantor – Richard S Gauntt & wife, Grantee – DAS Acquisition Company LLC et al, Instrument – Mortgage, Date of Inst. – 03/03/25. Grantor – Rita Ohlendorf, Grantee – Clay N Ohlendorf,…

The following police reports were filed between April 04 and April 10, 2025. These reports are public information and are obtained from the Greene County Circuit Clerk’s office. All individuals have been arrested and charged, or cited in the case of traffic violations. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty. The following individuals were charged…

Felonies Heath E. Blaine, dob 6-24-1972, was found guilty on two charges of aiding/abetting/possess/sell stolen vehicle, 24 months probation and fine for each charge, two charges of aiding/abetting/possess/sell stolen vehicle were dismissed.