Roanoke Rapids High School held it's 2017 Homecoming Friday September 29th.
Iman Alzer was crowned 2017 RRHS Homecoming Queen while Zach Vincent was crowned 2017 RRHS Homecoming King.
1st Runners Up RRHS Homecoming: Meagan Colston & Tyrell Govar
2nd Runners Up: Samantha Herring & Chase Johnson
2017 RRHS Homecoming photos by Les Atkins
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Roanoke Rapids High School Yellow Jackets football stats from Friday September 29th game against JF Webb.
Roanoke Rapids 42
JF Webb 8
| Cmp | Att | Yds | Cmp% | TD | Int | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #6 Jack Neville #6 Jack Neville | 5 | 7 | 51 | 71.4% | 0 | 1 |
| #4 Cameron Medlin #4 Cameron Medlin | 1 | 3 | -7 | 33.3% | 0 | 0 |
| Att | Yds | Avg | TD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2 Da'Raj Watson #2 Da'Raj Watson | 19 | 177 | 9.3 | 3 |
| #21 Corey Jenkins #21 Corey Jenkins | 8 | 26 | 3.3 | 1 |
| #34 Chasten Martin #34 Chasten Martin | 1 | 8 | 8 | 1 |
| #24 Isaiah Robsinson #24 Isaiah Robsinson | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| #7 Tyrell Govan #7 Tyrell Govan | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| #6 Jack Neville #6 Jack Neville | 1 | -4 | -4 | 0 |
| #4 Cameron Medlin #4 Cameron Medlin | 3 | -12 | -4 | 0 |
| Rec | Yds | Avg | TD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #5 Montrell Govan #5 Montrell Govan | 3 | 25 | 8.3 | 0 |
| #2 Da'Raj Watson #2 Da'Raj Watson | 2 | 12 | 6 | 0 |
| #33 Kashun Dowtin #33 Kashun Dowtin | 1 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| #7 Tyrell Govan #7 Tyrell Govan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| #25 Quwan Ricks #25 Quwan Ricks | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tkl | Solo | Ast | Sac | TFL | Int | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #55 Dylan Jenkins #55 Dylan Jenkins | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| #1 Damoni Mitchell #1 Damoni Mitchell | 5.5 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| #12 Jac Carlisle #12 Jac Carlisle | 5.5 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| #7 Tyrell Govan #7 Tyrell Govan | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| #11 Luke Garner #11 Luke Garner | 3.5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2.5 | 0 |
| #50 JaQuan Rawles #50 JaQuan Rawles | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| #81 Kahtrell Tillery #81 Kahtrell Tillery | 2.5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0.5 | 0 |
| #33 Kashun Dowtin #33 Kashun Dowtin | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| #24 Isaiah Robsinson #24 Isaiah Robsinson | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| #27 Jeremy Clemmons #27 Jeremy Clemmons | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| #32 Calvin Clemmons #32 Calvin Clemmons | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| #10 Carson Neal #10 Carson Neal | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| #21 Corey Jenkins #21 Corey Jenkins | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| #51 Rand Temple #51 Rand Temple | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| #64 JaQwan Carter #64 JaQwan Carter | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| #3 Jalen Brown #3 Jalen Brown | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| FG | FGA | XP | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #20 Chase Johnson #20 Chase Johnson | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 |
| Att | Yds | Avg | I20 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #10 Carson Neal #10 Carson Neal | 3 | 94 | 31.3 | 0 |
| Att | Yds | Avg | TD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #24 Isaiah Robsinson #24 Isaiah Robsinson | 1 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| #21 Corey Jenkins #21 Corey Jenkins | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| #2 Da'Raj Watson #2 Da'Raj Watson | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Att | Yds | Avg | TD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2 Da'Raj Watson #2 Da'Raj Watson | 1 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| #24 Isaiah Robsinson #24 Isaiah Robsinson | 1 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
Halifax Academy Vikings football stats reported to RRspin Sports from Friday September 29th game against Northeast/Hobgood Academy.
Halifax Academy 50
Northeast/Hobgood 36
Halifax Offense:
Cameron Podruchny was 6 of 9 passing for 100 yds and 2 TD passes with 1 Interception
Donovyn Gary had 4 receptions for 86 yds and 1 TD.
Evan Dail had 1 reception for 5 yds and 1 TD.
Colton Copeland had 1 reception for 9 yds.
Jared Byrum had 19 carries for 241 yds and 3 TD's.
Donovyn Gary had 8 carries for 56 yds with 1 TD.
Evan Dail had 4 carries had 6 yds with 1 TD.
Cameron Podruchny had 6 carries for 22 yds.
Halifax Defene:
Eli Harris had 14 tackles,
Chad Keeter-13
Jared Byrum-12 with a fumble recovery
Cameron Podruchny-11
Cody Wood-10
Evan Dail-7
Donovyn Gary-6 with an interception
Conner Lynch-5
Bryce Cooke-4
Hunter Harris-4
Justin Conner-4
Landen Dunn-3
Zack Harris-3
Jesse Rose-2
Halifax Harvest Days continues through 4 p.m. today at the Rural Life Center off Highway 903 outside Halifax.
The gallery contains scenes from this morning's activities.
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Roanoke Valley law enforcement reported the following:
Captain A.M. Harris of the City County Drug Task Force reported on Friday around noon Halifax County Sheriff’s Office Gang Task Force Agent Corey Dixon received information a package containing marijuana was en route to a residence in Roanoke Rapids.
Harris this afternoon would only say information was received and he declined to disclose shipping information.
The package was intercepted and a search warrant was applied for and granted.
During the search of the package agents found approximately 2 pounds of marijuana.
Agents, Dixon and deputies prepared a controlled delivery to a residence in the 3000 block of Highway 903 and had a search warrant for the home as well.
A man, later identified as Grover Lewis Edwards Jr., accepted the package. He ran out the back door with the package when the search warrant was executed.
Agents and deputies captured Edwards inside the wood line behind the residence.
During the search of the residence, with the assistance of sheriff’s office Corporal Dustin Newsom and his dog, Duri, an additional 250.4 grams of marijuana, an AR-15 rifle, currency and several items of marijuana paraphernalia were seized.
Harris arrested and charged Edwards, 36, with felony possession of marijuana, possession with intent to sell and deliver marijuana, possession of marijuana paraphernalia, resisting a public officer and possession of firearm by felon.
He has an October 25 court date.
The estimated street value of what Harris described as high-grade marijuana seized is approximately $12,000.
Roanoke Rapids Police Department
Chief Chuck Hasty reported on Wednesday at approximately 11:30 p.m., Officer E. Johnson was on routine patrol when he noticed a vehicle parked at the Chaloner Recreation Center on Dixie Street.
Johnson noticed an odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle. During a search marijuana was found.
Johnson cited Courtney Michelle Pennell, 19, of Roanoke Rapids, with possession of schedule VI and possession of drug paraphernalia.
She was released until her November 17 court date.
Scotland Neck Police Department
Captain Tommy Parker reported on Thursday around 1:45 p.m. Corporal C. Little observed a moving violation at the intersection of Fifth and Main streets.
The driver, identified as Montrell Alston of Scotland Neck, failed to stop at a stop sign.
Upon stopping the vehicle in the parking lot of Food Lion, Little detected the strong odor of alcohol coming from Alston as they talked.
Little conducted several tests to determine if Alston was too impaired to drive.
Alston was cooperative during the initial contact. After conducting the tests, Little arrested Alston for DWI.
Alston then reportedly attacked Little and tried to flee the arrest on foot.
During the struggle, Little requested assistance.
Little handcuffed Alston and Parker arrived at the scene to assist.
Halifax County deputies arrived shortly after.
Halifax EMS arrived to treat Little. Alston received minor injuries and refused treatment.
Little received injuries to his face, legs and right hand.
Little was treated at Halifax Regional in Roanoke Rapids and is expected to return to work soon.
Alston was charged with failing to stop at stop sign, DWI, assault inflicting serious injury to law enforcement officer, resisting a law enforcement officer and damage to property.
His court date is October 4 and a magistrate issued a $20,000 secured bond.
“We want to thank the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, Halifax County Sheriff’s Office, Halifax County dispatchers and Halifax EMS for their assistance,” Parker said in a statement.
The Roanoke Rapids Yellow Jackets Men's soccer team continued the winning streak alive beat Oxford Webb 4-0 on the road Monday night.
The Jackets goal were by Carson Neal with a hat trick (three goals) and Jake Van Dam with one goal.
Jackets goals assisted by Cameron Wilson with 3 and Jake Van Dam with 1.
Thomas Merritt had 4 saves and AJ Pearson had 1 save in the goal.
Post match comments from Jackets head coach Craig Jean, "We made good decisions tonight. The 2nd half we played very well and had some nice unselfish passes that lead to great chances. It's a lot of fun for players and coaches when we are not only winning but the entire team is getting playing time and everyone is making plays and creating scoring chances. We have 24 players who all want to see each other succeed and are all working hard for same goal. It makes the journey a lot of fun especially on a night when all 24 play to the best of their capabilities. Our starters have put in work all year, tonight I thought our young kids did well. Abdul settled down and played well. Justin Mitchell made great, unselfish decisions and left nice ball across the face of the goal. Logan Walton and Nick King made great plays. You could see improvement in our backups tonight and I'm glad since they do work extremely hard to become better."
2017 Men’s Soccer
Date Oppt Site Time
8/17 Currituck Away Win
8/21 Louisburg Away Win
8/28 JF Webb Home Win
8/30 S Vance Away Win 5-0
9/5 Northeastern Home Win 6-1
9/13 Warren County Away Win 9-1
9/14 Northeastern Away Win 8-1
9/18 Bunn Home Win 5-0
9/20 Granville Central Away Tie 1-1 (Double OT)
9/25 Louisburg Home Win 9-0
9/26 Hend. Collegiate Away Win 5-2
9/28 Currituck Home Win 5-2
10/2 JF Webb Away Win 4-0
10/3 S. Granville Away 6:00
10/4 S. Vance Home 6:00
10/9 S. Granville Home 6:00
10/11 Hend. Collegiate Home 6:00
10/16 Warren County Home 6:00
10/18 Bunn Away 4:00
10/25 Granville Central Home 6:00
Both the JV and Varsity Halifax Academy Lady Vikings volleyball teams earned wins last week against St. Thomas More and are heading into todays Senior night with wins.
JV Lady Vikings are now 5-3 in the conference with the win over St. Thomas More in two sets.
Set scores (25-18 and 17-25)
Berkley Garner had 7 serves with 2 aces; one kill and two assists
Emily Patton had 7 serves with 2 aces and two kills
Ashlyn Cooke had 8 serves, 6 digs, 3 assists, and one kill
Caryn Aycock and Kallie Barnes each had one kill
The Halifax Academy Varsity Lady Vikings also won against St. Thomas More in 3 sets. 25-16, 25-16, and 25-12.
Candice Smith led in service aces and digs (8 and 7 respectively)
Emerson Poole in kills (6), and Molly Slaughter with assists (7).
Halifax Academy host Kerr Vance Academy on Tuesday October 3rd for senior night.
A man wanted in a shooting last week was taken into custody by Halifax County Sheriff’s Office deputies this morning.
Chief Deputy Scott Hall said in a statement Deputy Greg Keel and Sergeant Justin Matthews located James Edward Brickell Jr. at an address outside of Weldon.
The shooting occurred Wednesday and the victim was reported to be in stable condition, Sheriff Wes Tripp said in a statement released at the time. The sheriff said there was no evidence of robbery or gang activity.
Hall could not be reached for immediate comment this morning.
Brickell, 49, was arrested and charged around 7 a.m. with assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury and possession of firearm by felon.
He was placed in the Halifax County Detention Center under a $5,000 secured bond and has a November 1 court date.
The victim sustained gunshot wounds to the neck and shoulder area in the 5:30 p.m. shooting. The crime occurred in the 1100 block of Elm Street in Weldon.
Roanoke Rapids police are looking for a man who allegedly beat a female victim, the facial injuries severe enough to send her to a trauma center for treatment.
The police department, Chief Chuck Hasty said in a statement, responded to Halifax Regional around 6:30 p.m. Sunday after receiving a report of an assault.
Master Officer G. Colson and Officer Hannah Grimes spoke with the victim and learned Teyon Montrell Jones, 29, of Roanoke Rapids, allegedly seriously assaulted the victim at a residence in the 1100 block of Georgia Avenue.
Investigator G.L. Williams investigated and has obtained warrants for the arrest of Jones on counts of assault inflicting serious bodily injury, assault inflicting serious injury with a minor present and unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.
Jones has ties to the Rocky Mount and Wilson areas.
It was not clear what prompted the alleged assault and Williams could not immediately be reached for comment.
Hasty said Jones is encouraged to surrender.
Anyone with information on his whereabouts is encouraged to call Williams at 252-533-2821 or Crimestoppers at 252-583-4444.
The Roanoke Rapids Police Department reported the following, according to Chief Chuck Hasty:
Loud music leads to drug charge
On Friday at approximately 9 p.m., Sergeant M. Moseley was investigating loud music coming from a vehicle in the 700 block of Hamilton Street.
During the investigation Gilberto Matias Santiago, 24, of Roanoke Rapids, was found in possession of narcotics.
Moseley cited him for possession of marijuana and released him until his October 27 court date.
Domestic disturbance leads to charges
On Saturday at approximately 9:45 p.m., police responded to a residence in the 300 block of Chockoyotte Street for a domestic disturbance.
During the investigation, Dainee Lashawn Bradshaw, 43, of Roanoke Rapids, was arrested and charged with assault on a government official and resisting, delaying, obstructing an officer.
He received a $1,000 bond and October 13 court date.
Lieutenant J. Baggett and officers M. Hunsucker and H. Grimes assisted.
Domestic disturbance leads to drug charges
On Saturday at approximately 11:15 p.m., officers responded to Fairfax Motel for a domestic disturbance.
During the investigation officers saw narcotics and paraphernalia in plain view.
Sergeant T. Tyler cited Terry Jay Lee, 33, of Roanoke Rapids, for possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Lee was released until his November 3 court date.
Officer J. Shelburne assisted
Wanted person returned
On Monday Lieutenant C.L. Vaught and Investigator J.K. Davis travelled to Newport News, Virginia, to bring back Gregory Alexander Carle II, 21.
Carle, who Vaught said lives in Newport News and has resided in Roanoke Rapids, was arrested in Virginia for being a fugitive from another state.
Vaught obtained warrants on Carle for four counts of taking indecent liberties with a child.
Vaught said the four counts represent four separate occasions the offense occurred against the 5-year-old child.
Investigation began in May when the victim’s parent reported the alleged crime taking place within the city.
Carle was arrested on September 6 by the Newport News Police Department.
The Roanoke Rapids Police Department is investigating a case in which a man stole more than $200 worth of motor oil from Walmart last month.
Lieutenant Charles Vaught said the theft, which occurred on september 25, represents between 14 to 15 gallons of stolen oil.
Anyone with information on the identification of this person is encouraged to contact the police department at 252-533-2810, Vaught at 252-533-2819, or Crimestoppers at 252-583-4444.
Halifax Academy student Kate Hawkins earns 5th place and named to 1st All-Tournament team at golf tournament.
Hawkins shot a 77 stroke score this past Wednesay September 27th in the Tarheel Youth Golf Association’s North State Girls High School Challenge at Keith Hills Golf Club in Buies Creek. Hawkins finished 5th and named to the All Tournament 1st Team.
Kate is the daughter of Doris and Taylor Hawkins of Aurelian Springs.
The Roanoke Rapids based Lady Twisters 8u travel softball team finished third in their first travel ball tournament in Rocky Mount this past weekend.
The Lady Twisters played a nail biter game for 2nd place falling a little short 18 to 17 to the Southside Fury.
Pictured above: (Front row, left to right) Emilee Campbell, Chloe Long, Hayden Barlow, Kyla Odom, Emily Williams, Payton Odom.
(Middle row, left to right) Chasity Shaw, A'Lexus Roundtree, Morgan Beam, Megan Davis, Sofie Wade.
(Back row, left to right) Jeff Shaw, James Odom, Monica Davis, and Neal Campbell. Not pictured: Juleigh Hall.
Residents next week will have a chance to give their input into a master plan project which could benefit two parks in the Highway 158 corridor as well as Chaloner Recreation center.
Roanoke Rapids City Manager Joseph Scherer announced at council’s meeting this evening the Chaloner community forum is scheduled for next Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. at the rec center, which is located at 200 Dixie Street.
Scherer said the intent of the meeting is to gather input on proposed improvement plans for Chaloner Rec, Martin Luther King Jr. Park and Wheeler Park, facilities which have traditionally served the South Rosemary, Southgate and Lincoln Heights communities.
Once the feedback is reviewed, the city manager said final plans will be developed and grant applications will be submitted for their implementation.
The forum comes after council determined in August its funding options for a new pool at Chaloner Rec were all but exhausted.
The city has discussed the master plan in the past and its approval is a key part of the process in seeking grants from Kate B. Reynolds and the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund.
The one item Kate B. Reynolds does not fund is pool repairs or new pool construction, Parks and Recreation Director John Simeon said. Pools do not score high enough with the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund to be valid.
An initial master plan concept for Chaloner Rec has included a splash pad in place of the pool.
“The master plan allows us to review existing conditions, analyze needs and prioritize these needs,” Simeon said. “I would like feedback on what individuals would like to see in the 158 corridor, Wheeler and Martin Luther King parks and the Chaloner Recreation Center.”
The master plan was discussed during 2016-17 city budget sessions and at the time Simeon said the city can apply for a maximum of $150,000 from Reynolds and $500,000 from the parks and recreation trust.
Reynolds has been a part of the project since 2015, Simeon said at the time. The amount the city would apply for would be based on the public meetings.
Wheeler Park is in need of playground equipment, picnic tables and shelter.
Possible improvements to MLK park may be benches, more lighting and a walking trail.
Christopher Skipper, a Roanoke Rapids man charged on federal child pornography counts, was ordered to remain in custody pending his trial.
Magistrate Judge Kimberly A. Swank in Greenville today ordered Skipper to remain in federal custody but documents giving a reason why are currently sealed.
An exhibit list was also filed but that document remains sealed as well.
Swank last week ordered Skipper to remain in custody until the detention hearing.
A minute entry filed in the federal court record does show Skipper was in court with counsel and the United States Attorney’s Office was present as well.
Skipper was arrested Wednesday after a federal grand jury earlier in September returned an 11-count indictment against him for receiving and possessing child ponography.
The true bills were returned following an investigation by the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office and the United States Department of Homeland Security.
Counts 1 through 10 of the indictment charge Skipper, beginning on April 14, received digital and computer images in files which had been mailed, shipped and transported in interstate and foreign commerce.
The productions involved the use of a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct.
Count 11 charges he possessed child pornography which involved a minor or minors who had not yet reached the age of 12 engaging in sexually explicit conduct.
More people were arrested Monday in a September 22 home invasion in Woodland.
Captain Patrick Jacobs of the Northampton County Sheriff’s Office said investigation continues and more arrests are possible in the shooting death of former Littleton resident Edward Phipps, 49.
Jacobs said detectives continue to investigate whether all the suspects were armed in the home invasion,, which occurred shortly before midnight at Arrowhead Mobile Home Park.
He said investigation also continues to determine whether there was a motive beyond a home invasion as well as how the defendants are connected to one another.
Those arrested Monday face charges of first-degree murder, two counts of first-degree kidnapping, six counts of second-degree kidnapping, larceny after breaking and entering, conspiracy to commit robbery with a dangerous weapon, first-degree burglary, robbery with a dangerous weapon and injury to personal property.
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Arrested were:
Shirley Williams, 22, of Murfreesboro, who was picked up at her residence with assistance from the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation and Hertford County Sheriff’s Office.
Deshy Obriant Gatling, 23, of Ahoskie, who was picked up near his residence with assistance from the SBI and Ahoskie Police Department.
Deshawn Lamont Beverly, 26, of Cofield, who was picked up with assistance from the SBI and Hertford County Sheriff’s Office.
Service of warrants to Eric Vaughan Jr., who is in custody on unrelated charges, are pending.
Raquan Omar Williams was charged the Monday following the crime.
Those in custody have been jailed without opportunity for bond on the murder count and $750,000 secured bond on the other counts.
Sheriff Jack Smith in a statement thanked the numerous agencies which have assisted in the investigation. “Without all the help from the surrounding agencies it would have made this investigation a lot more difficult.”
Roanoke Rapids Yellow Jackets Men's soccer beat South Granville 9-2
Roanoke Rapids goals were by Carson Neal and Jake Van Dam both had "Hat trick" (3 goals each) Abdul Alrahimi, Josh Miller, Chase Johnson all with 1
Jackets goals were assisted by Cameron Wilson 2, Josh Miller 1, Carson Neal 1, Jake Van Dam 1.
Thomas Merritt had 7 saves and AJ Pearson had 9 saves in goal.
Post match comments from Jackets head coach Craig Jean, "It wasn't a perfect night for us at all, but we had some very nice finishes, especially in the 1st half. I thought AJ Pearson had some nice saves in the 2nd half. Jake Van Dam had very a productive game. I'm glad to get a conference win on the road and we will get ready to play Southern Vance tomorrow at home. We are looking for the 3rd win in as many days."
2017 Men’s Soccer
Date Oppt Site Time
8/17 Currituck Away Win
8/21 Louisburg Away Win
8/28 JF Webb Home Win
8/30 S Vance Away Win 5-0
9/5 Northeastern Home Win 6-1
9/13 Warren County Away Win 9-1
9/14 Northeastern Away Win 8-1
9/18 Bunn Home Win 5-0
9/20 Granville Central Away Tie 1-1 (Double OT)
9/25 Louisburg Home Win 9-0
9/26 Hend. Collegiate Away Win 5-2
9/28 Currituck Home Win 5-2
10/2 JF Webb Away Win 4-0
10/3 S. Granville Away Win 9-2
10/4 S. Vance Home 6:00
10/9 S. Granville Home 6:00
10/11 Hend. Collegiate Home 6:00
10/16 Warren County Home 6:00
10/18 Bunn Away 4:00
10/25 Granville Central Home 6:00
Probation for Glenn Anthony Ryland, charged in a Hollister fatal crash last month, was extended two years.
The decision came today in Halifax County District Court and was based upon a recommendation by Hala Burch, his state Department of Public Safety probation officer.
District Court Judge W. Turner Stephenson allowed the extension and Ryland’s attorney, Sammy Webb, offered no objections.
Assistant District Attorney Kanter S. Morris told Stephenson the state has filed a motion for Ryland’s medical records from both Nash and Vidant medical centers “to determine the source of impairment if any.”
She recommended his next court date be set for November 1, telling Stephenson by that time the medical records requested to determine blood alcohol content at the time of the September 2 crash should be returned.
Webb had no comment after the proceedings, other than to say he has not seen the evidence in the case yet.
The crash claimed the life of Briana Bugg, a 17-year-old South Hill, Virginia, resident.
Bugg died the following day from injuries sustained in the crash.
Ryland’s past record prompted the state Highway Patrol to lodge a second-degree murder charge against the 45-year-old Hollister man.
Trooper Scott Richardson also charged him with DWI, driving left of center and driving while license revoked.
The trooper listed speed and impairment as contributing factors. Richardson estimated Ryland was traveling 65 in a 55 mile per hour zone when the wreck occurred as he was coming out of a slight curve on Highway 43.
Bugg was traveling with her parents and sister to an ECU football game at the time of the crash.
While there was some thought Ryland’s probation on a previous DWI charge could be revoked, changes in how probation cases are handled now restrict the ways the probation can be nullified.
Probation sentences can only be revoked if a defendant has absconded supervision, receives a new conviction or has served two prior confinement in response to violation sentences, according to the University of North Carolina School of Law.
All other violations are technical and can’t be automatically revoked.
The changes approved by the state General Assembly in 2011 come into play in Ryland’s case.
Ryland, according to state Department of Public Safety records, has had two DWI convictions in Halifax County, one on June 2 in which he was sentenced to 24 months probation and one on May 27 of last year in which he was sentenced to 18 months probation. The conviction this year stems from an offense in February of last year while the 2016 conviction stems from an offense in January of 2015.
He also has pending charges in Warren County where he is scheduled to appear in court on November 15 for DWI; possession of open container; civil revocation; driving while license revoked impaired driving; fail to maintain to lane control and hit and run/fail to stop for property damage.
In September of 2013 he had a DWI charge dismissed for lack of evidence in Northampton County.
In 1990 in Northampton County he had a conviction of DWI which ended with a 30-day sentence and 12-months probation.
A Montana victim was bilked out of $12,600 when a Murfreesboro man and former Halifax County resident failed to deliver on rare, collectible bear traps.
While Halifax County Sheriff’s Office investigators have seen photos of the traps, they have not been able to determine whether the devices Danny Steven Bryant Jr., 25, offered for sale on social media existed, Chief Deputy Scott Hall said.
Bryant was arrested today and charged with obtaining property by false pretense.
The victim was instructed to wire the money to a bank in Halifax County, Hall said.
In a statement on the matter, Hall said Detective R.M. Brown began investigating on September 1. The fraud occurred in July.
Bryant brokered a deal with the victim through social media and received payment without sending the traps to the victim. “It was apparent that Bryant had no intention of sending the purchased items to the buyer after receiving the funds,’’ Hall said in the statement.
Bryant was jailed on $2,500 secured bond and has an October 18 court date.
A Williamston man wanted out of Beaufort County was arrested last week by the Weldon Police Department.
Chief James Avens said in a statement Sergeant Lloyd Melton received a call from Beaufort County around 10:30 a.m. Thursday James Ervin Merritt Jr., 44, was possibly staying in a local motel.
Merritt was wanted for failure to return a tractor-trailer and its load.
Melton located Merritt with assistance from the Roanoke Rapids Police Department.
A small amount of illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia were located during the arrest process.
Merritt was charged with embezzlement, possession of schedule II and possession of drug paraphernalia.
He has a November 1 Halifax County court date on the drug charges. He received a $6,000 secured bond.
Information on a Beaufort County court date has not been immediately posted.
