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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2005-07-21, Page 19THE CITIZEN,. THURSDAY, JULY 21, 2005. PAGE 19 Court news Sentencing delayed for Egmondville man An Egmondville man has been given some time to deal with personal matters before he is sentenced on several drug-related convictions. Herman Reid pled guilty in Wingham's provincial court, July 14 to two counts of cocaine trafficking from February, two counts of methamphetamine trafficking from March, one count of marijuana production from July 6, and four counts of having money under $5,000 which was obtained by criminal activity. Defense counsel Mr. O’Donnell asked that the sentencing be adjourned until Oct. 20 so Reid could deal with personal matters as he understands “he’ll be out of circulation for a period of time.” Federal Crown Mike Donnelly agreed provided Reid was released on $10,000 with two named sureties. As condition of his bail he must reside with one of his sureties in Seaforth. He is to report every Friday to the Huron OPP detachment in Goderich. There were several people noted, with whom Reid is to have no communication and he is not to own or possess any firearms. OPP remind cyclists to wear a helmet when riding Wearing a bicycle helmet reduces the risk of head injury by between 70 and 85 per cent in the event of a crash. Since most bike-related serious injuries and deaths are caused by head injuries, a properly-fitting bicycle helmet should be worn on every ride. Cyclists under 18 are required by law to wear an approved bicycle helmet when riding a bicycle on a roadway or sidewalk. Parents can be charged if they knowingly allow their children to ride without a bicycle helmet. The Huron County Health Unit and Ontario Provincial Police are reminding parents that one of the most important things they can do to make sure their child is safe, is to practise the safe behaviour. Adults should always wear their helmets when they ride; make it a family rule! A helmet works by absorbing the force of the impact and spreading it out over the whole helmet. The skull is hard, but not very thick - about the thickness of a stack of three pennies. Falling from a bicycle can cause the brain to bruise, swell or bleed and possibly crack the skull. You also run the risk of breaking the fine muscle connections between different parts of the brain. Wearing a helmet reduces how much force and movement the skull and brain must take during a head injury. This is why adults, though currently not required by law, should wear a bicycle helmet when riding on roadways and sidewalks too. Follow these tips when buying a bicycle helmet: • Check for fit before you buy. Take the helmet out of the box and check to see that it fits properly, before you buy. • Make sure that the helmet has an approved sticker from one of the testing agencies — CSA, ASTM, ANSI. SAA, for example. • Helmets will range in price from $10 to several hundred dollars. The more expensive helmets are lighter. restricted weapons, cell phones or paging devices. Judge R.G.E. Hunter asked that a pre-sentence report be prepared for the October court date JAILED John Topor of Clinton will serve a total of 90 days in jail after pleading guilty to possession of stolen property valued at over $5,000, dangerous driving and failing to comply with bail conditions. An officer had been notified June 19 of the theft of a 2004 Dodge Ram pickup in Blyth. According to the attorney for the Crown, Lynn McFalls, the truck was spotted later in Wingham. A pursuit began, reaching speeds up to 180 km an hour. Police eventually backed off when the truck accelerated away. They later came upon it in a ditch on Amberley Road with Topor. who had been alone, lying nearby. Showing obvious signs of trauma. Topor was admitted to hospital. It was learned that he had been out on bail at the time, with the condition that he be in his residence at all times other than for purposes of employment. In addition to the jail time his cooler, and have easier straps, but all approved helmets, if worn properly, will protect your head. • Remember the pads. The different pads that your helmet comes with are many different widths, so that you can properly fit your helmet to your head. • Check the straps. • Don’t buy a used helmet — you don’t know that the helmet hasn't already been involved in a crash. Helmets are designed to work in one crash only, and then should be replaced. • Only bike helmets for cycling — hockey helmets cannot be used. BUYING FOR A MINOR IS A MAJOR OFFENCE Supply alcohol to a minor and you’re risking their health and safety. You also risk up to one year in jail and up to $200,000 in fines. If you’re old enough to buy alcohol legally, be responsible. Having a subscription to The Citizen saves you money Newsstand price - $1.00/week Subscription price - 60d/week i—-----------------------------~ -- > 1 Yes -1 want to save money. ! 1 I! I ] Enclosed is $30.00 for a 1-year subscription i ----ii i J Name:............................................................................................. ! [ Address:........................................................................................ ! i ; I Town:..........................................Postal Code:.......................... i L-------------------------------------------- J licence has been suspended for two years. UNPAID FINE Unable to come up with the $900 outstanding on a fraud fine. William Coates opted lor 15 days in jail. MARIJUANA PRODUCTION A Wroxeter man jumped the gun on growing marijuana for health uses and has to pay a hefty fine of $1,500 Lance Brighton pled guilty to unlawful production Police had been tipped off that he was growing marijuana plants and a search warrant was executed May 8. Thirteen seedlings were found on the deck and 20 mature plants were in the closet. Brighton, who has suffered some physical difficulties and was on a large number of medications was in the process of making application to be permitted to grow marijuana for his use. “It was recommended to switch over. He jumped the gun before he got the application submitted." said duty counsel John Myers. He was given one year to pay the fine and forfeited the plants. Brighton is prohibited from owning Hockey helmets are not designed to absorb the kinds of impacts you receive from crashing and hitting your head. The proper fit of a bike helmet is very important. Lead by example; make sure the whole family is wearing a properly-fitted helmet this summer. Cycle safely, enjoy your bike, and have a safe and happy summer. For more information about bike safety and helmet fitting please contact the Ontario Provincial Police at (519) 524-8314 or the Huron County Health Unit at (519) 482-3416. Be responsible. Don’t buy for minors. Mail cheque & coupon to: P.O. Box 429, P.O. Box 152 Blyth, ON or Brussels, ON N0M 1H0 NOG 1 HO weapons lor 10 years OVER 80 Ronald Randell ol Burlington pled guilty to driving with over 80 mg ol alcohol in 100 ml of blood. Randell was arrested in Wingham May 27 alter an officer noted his erratic driving. Brcathali/cr readings were 190 and 195 mg ol alcohol in 100 ml of blood. He was lined $750 and is prohibited from driving lor one year. He was given six months to pay the fine. RESISTING ARREST Alexander Burke of Hamilton pled guilty to resisting arrest. McFalls said that Burke was a passenger in a car that had been stopped by a police officer in Morris-Turnbcrry Oct. 7 The accused refused to identify himself and when the officer found a bag of marijuana on him and said he was going to be arrested. Burke began to resist. IAs the officer brought out handcuffs. McFalls said Burke told him, “I’ll bust your head. You're not putting those f—in’ cuffs on me.” The other people tried to become involved said McFalls but did “heed the officer’s call to stay back." Defence counsel G. MacKinnon If the newspaper you are reading was purchased at a newsstand... we have a deal for you! said the accused had a bad back and was in pain. “He was just running off at the mouth.” Burke will be sentenced in Goderich Sept. 29. MISCHIEF David Anderson of Wingham will be back in court Oct. 20 for sentencing after entering guilty pleas to a charge of mischief under $5,000 and failing to comply with a probation order. z During an altercation, Anderson threw a wrench at the victim’s windshield causing $289.80 damage. He paid $100 and was given another month to make up the rest. T here is also $440 outstanding on the breach ol probation charge. Sentencing was delayed to give him lime to pay it off UNPAID FINES Sentencing has been set for Sept. 15 to allow a Strathroy man time to pay up his unpaid fines in the amount of $700. Jesse Bruce was ordered to make restitution and pay a fine in 2003. Myers said that Bruce has begun working full-time, has made restitution, acknowledges that his past has not been good, and is doing his best to turn things around.