Saturday, August 01, 2015
Lady arrested for downing Jell-O shots while driving bus
A woman accused of taking Jell-O shots of alcohol while transporting passengers at an Illinois River resort was arrested on a complaint of driving while impaired.
Tammy Jones, 53, of Wagoner, Oklahoma, was arrested at about noon last Saturday in Cherokee County on a complaint of driving a motor vehicle while impaired.
Jones, who has since been fired by Eagle Bluff Resort in Tahlequah, posted $2,500 bail that day and was released from the Cherokee County Detention Center, authorities said. Jones consumed Jell-O shots supplied by passengers, said Ed Fite, administrator for the Oklahoma Scenic Rivers Commission, which oversees the waterway.
“It’s absurd that someone who is retained to drive a bus that the general public has paid is consuming an alcoholic beverage,” Fite said. “It’s beyond me. I’ve seen a lot in working 32 years on the Illinois River. But I’ve never run up against this particular type of incident where one of the people we rely on to make sure the public is safe failed to keep their responsibility.” Jones’ breath alcohol level was measured at 0.07 percent, said Capt. Bill James of the Rogers Division of the OSRC.
A person can be arrested on a complaint of driving under the influence of alcohol with a reading of at least 0.08 percent. The threshold for a DWI complaint is 0.06-0.07 percent, according to Oklahoma statutes. After disembarking, a passenger told a ranger about Jones’ consumption of alcohol, James said. It is unclear how many passengers were on the bus, but the average number before noon is 15-20, he said. Jones was a temporary employee who had begun driving the bus on July 18, Fite said.
Jones, who has since been fired by Eagle Bluff Resort in Tahlequah, posted $2,500 bail that day and was released from the Cherokee County Detention Center, authorities said. Jones consumed Jell-O shots supplied by passengers, said Ed Fite, administrator for the Oklahoma Scenic Rivers Commission, which oversees the waterway.
“It’s absurd that someone who is retained to drive a bus that the general public has paid is consuming an alcoholic beverage,” Fite said. “It’s beyond me. I’ve seen a lot in working 32 years on the Illinois River. But I’ve never run up against this particular type of incident where one of the people we rely on to make sure the public is safe failed to keep their responsibility.” Jones’ breath alcohol level was measured at 0.07 percent, said Capt. Bill James of the Rogers Division of the OSRC.
A person can be arrested on a complaint of driving under the influence of alcohol with a reading of at least 0.08 percent. The threshold for a DWI complaint is 0.06-0.07 percent, according to Oklahoma statutes. After disembarking, a passenger told a ranger about Jones’ consumption of alcohol, James said. It is unclear how many passengers were on the bus, but the average number before noon is 15-20, he said. Jones was a temporary employee who had begun driving the bus on July 18, Fite said.
Couple charged with theft of pet hamster from school
Two residents of Skowhegan, Maine, were arrested on Thursday after they admitted to stealing a pet hamster from the Cornville Regional Charter School, as well as other items from the school and area camps, police said.
The hamster, named Link, is a pet of the school’s kindergarten class and was recovered during the execution of a search warrant, according to Sheriff Dale Lancaster, of the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office. Gerry Braley, 26, was arrested and charged with four counts of burglary and four counts of theft.
Alexis Lloyd, 19, was summoned on one count each of burglary and theft for her alleged involvement in the break-in at the school. “I believe they felt (the hamster) was alone in the school and they wanted a hamster,” Lancaster said. He said Link was returned to the school’s executive director, Justin Belanger, who was elated at the return of the pet.
“I’m not a veterinarian, but he appeared to be healthy,” Lancaster said. Sheriff’s deputies and Skowhegan police executed the search warrant as the result of an investigation into several burglaries in the area. Stolen items included tools, televisions, electronics and the hamster. Surveillance videos and information from the public helped in the investigation and eventually led police to Braley and Lloyd. The investigation is ongoing.
The hamster, named Link, is a pet of the school’s kindergarten class and was recovered during the execution of a search warrant, according to Sheriff Dale Lancaster, of the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office. Gerry Braley, 26, was arrested and charged with four counts of burglary and four counts of theft.
Alexis Lloyd, 19, was summoned on one count each of burglary and theft for her alleged involvement in the break-in at the school. “I believe they felt (the hamster) was alone in the school and they wanted a hamster,” Lancaster said. He said Link was returned to the school’s executive director, Justin Belanger, who was elated at the return of the pet.
“I’m not a veterinarian, but he appeared to be healthy,” Lancaster said. Sheriff’s deputies and Skowhegan police executed the search warrant as the result of an investigation into several burglaries in the area. Stolen items included tools, televisions, electronics and the hamster. Surveillance videos and information from the public helped in the investigation and eventually led police to Braley and Lloyd. The investigation is ongoing.
Man acquitted of speeding offence following banana testimony
A district court in the Västmanland region of Sweden have found a man not guilty of having speeded at 68 kilometres per hour on a 60 km/h road in the city of Västerås because the offender was eating a banana.
He had been snapped by a police camera in September last year and was handed a 1,500 kronor ($110, $174) fine at the time. In the picture it is clearly visible that the driver was eating a banana. However, the car owner claimed it couldn't be him because he is on a low-carb diet and doesn't eat bananas.
“I have not eaten bananas for more than two years because I am on the LCHF diet,” the man wrote in his appeal. The driver also told the court that his car was up for sale in September last year and that between six and ten people had been test driving it around the time of the alleged offence.
In the end, mainly because the photograph snapped by the speed camera was found to be of too low quality to prove the identity of the person behind the wheel, the court ruled that the man would not have to pay the fine. Proponents of the LCHF diet (Low Carb and High Fat) eat a lot of protein-rich and fatty foods but avoid high-carbohydrate contents found for example in pasta and certain fruits.
He had been snapped by a police camera in September last year and was handed a 1,500 kronor ($110, $174) fine at the time. In the picture it is clearly visible that the driver was eating a banana. However, the car owner claimed it couldn't be him because he is on a low-carb diet and doesn't eat bananas.
“I have not eaten bananas for more than two years because I am on the LCHF diet,” the man wrote in his appeal. The driver also told the court that his car was up for sale in September last year and that between six and ten people had been test driving it around the time of the alleged offence.
In the end, mainly because the photograph snapped by the speed camera was found to be of too low quality to prove the identity of the person behind the wheel, the court ruled that the man would not have to pay the fine. Proponents of the LCHF diet (Low Carb and High Fat) eat a lot of protein-rich and fatty foods but avoid high-carbohydrate contents found for example in pasta and certain fruits.
Ladders in the news
The quick thinking actions of a homeowner may have prevented his flat in Manchester's Northern Quarter from being burgled.
The concerned man had called 999 when he saw ladders against his window, thinking it was attempt to break in.
While he was on the phone, he saw two people stop to talk to the potential thieves below and quickly pulled their ladders up in through his apartment window. Police are now investigating the incident which happened at around 11.30pm on Tuesday night.
Meanwhile in Ireland, the Roscommon Herald report about Mr Lukas Selucky, who was shocked to discover that a ladder had an owner.
The concerned man had called 999 when he saw ladders against his window, thinking it was attempt to break in.
While he was on the phone, he saw two people stop to talk to the potential thieves below and quickly pulled their ladders up in through his apartment window. Police are now investigating the incident which happened at around 11.30pm on Tuesday night.
Meanwhile in Ireland, the Roscommon Herald report about Mr Lukas Selucky, who was shocked to discover that a ladder had an owner.
Cat left looking permanently puzzled after bumping his head when a kitten
A cat is now permanently cross-eyed after falling from a window and bumping his head as a kitten.
Eight-year-old Ozzy lives with Ian and Evelyn McDougall in Perth, Scotland.
Ian says: “Ozzy fell off a window sill and we reckon he dunted his head then. That’s when we took him in because he was the runt of the litter.
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“I think he’s got tunnel vision, it’s very comical when he’s chasing a fly. He’s got real character about him. He’s a bit daft but very friendly. The condition doesn’t hinder him in the house.”
Eight-year-old Ozzy lives with Ian and Evelyn McDougall in Perth, Scotland.
Ian says: “Ozzy fell off a window sill and we reckon he dunted his head then. That’s when we took him in because he was the runt of the litter.
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“I think he’s got tunnel vision, it’s very comical when he’s chasing a fly. He’s got real character about him. He’s a bit daft but very friendly. The condition doesn’t hinder him in the house.”
Petition opposes council's demand for removal of pub landlord's 12ft high wooden Stonehenge
Villagers and tourists have started a petition opposing a council's decision for a wooden version of Stonehenge in Swanage, Dorset, to be taken down.
Pub landlord Charlie Newman built "Woodhenge", a sculpture of tree trunks, in a field by the Square and Compass pub at Worth Matravers.
Purbeck District Council said it must be taken down by 4 September as the structure opposes planning rules. An online petition against the decision has attracted hundreds of signatures. Resident Valerie Burden said: "It enhances what is already a unique place to live and visit.
"It is not a blot on the landscape but a beautiful natural attraction which has to be left to be shared with as many as possible." Mr Newman who built the sculpture just before the Summer solstice on 21 June would like to see the creation stay for a couple of years. He said: "It does sit well in the landscape.
"It's not offensive, being timber it's got a limited life, so if it could stay for a little while longer it would be quite nice." Purbeck District Council said it had been in contact with Mr Newman and agreed the structure could stay for a temporary period until 4 September. The local authority said people should get in touch with them if they are planning any sort of building work.
Purbeck District Council said it must be taken down by 4 September as the structure opposes planning rules. An online petition against the decision has attracted hundreds of signatures. Resident Valerie Burden said: "It enhances what is already a unique place to live and visit.
"It is not a blot on the landscape but a beautiful natural attraction which has to be left to be shared with as many as possible." Mr Newman who built the sculpture just before the Summer solstice on 21 June would like to see the creation stay for a couple of years. He said: "It does sit well in the landscape.
"It's not offensive, being timber it's got a limited life, so if it could stay for a little while longer it would be quite nice." Purbeck District Council said it had been in contact with Mr Newman and agreed the structure could stay for a temporary period until 4 September. The local authority said people should get in touch with them if they are planning any sort of building work.
Man called 999 demanding that police arrest girlfriend’s cat for eating his bacon
A man called West Yorkshire Police wanting to press charges against both his girlfriend and her cat.
He accused his girlfriend of having allowed her cat to eat his bacon.
Despite the call handler explaining that a cat eating bacon is not a criminal offence, the man seemed determined that someone was at fault.
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Asked whether he would like to press charges against the cat or his girlfriend, the caller said, "Both of them," before being told that the police don't arrest cats.
He accused his girlfriend of having allowed her cat to eat his bacon.
Despite the call handler explaining that a cat eating bacon is not a criminal offence, the man seemed determined that someone was at fault.
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Asked whether he would like to press charges against the cat or his girlfriend, the caller said, "Both of them," before being told that the police don't arrest cats.
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