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2010 Cops on Top, April 23-24
2010-04-22

On Friday and Saturday, April 23-24, 2010, the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office and Pelham Police Department will team up to participate in the 2^nd annual “Cops on Top” for Special Olympics. Two Deputies and one Police Officer will scale the roof of the Inverness Wal-Mart, located at 5335 Highway 280, early Friday morning and remain on top until $15,000 is raised for Special Olympics. This is a rain or shine, hot or cold event!

Volunteers, additional officers and deputies, and special Olympians will be on the ground at the entrances of Wal-Mart hoping to take monetary donations, however big or small. Alabama Law Enforcement Torch Run T-Shirts will be on sale for $10.00 each, with 70% of the purchase price going directly to Special Olympics. The T-Shirt features all 2009 fallen officers, including Pelham Officer Philip Davis who was killed December 4, 2009 while conducting a traffic stop on I-65.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run is the largest grass roots fundraiser for Special Olympics nationally. Last year the event was a huge success and with your help, we hope to exceed our goal of $15,000!

For additional information, please contact Shelby County Sheriff’s Office at (205) 669-4181, Pelham Police Department at (205) 620-6550, or visit the Law Enforcement Torch Run website at www.alabamaletr.com.

Domestic Violence Arrest
2010-04-12

On April 2^nd, 2010, the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office received a request from the Alabaster Police Department to assist them with a domestic violence investigation because the suspect was a former City of Alabaster employee. The domestic violence that led to this investigation occurred in the 100 block of Pebble Lane, which is located within the City of Alabaster. The Sheriff’s Office assigned a criminal investigator to the case who obtained a warrant for the arrest of William Edgar Lovelady III the next day April 3^rd, 2010.

William Edgar Lovelady III, 58 years of age from Alabaster, was formally arrested on April 3^rd, 2010, and charged with Domestic Violence-First Degree. He is currently being held in the Shelby County jail with a $500,000 bond.

This investigation is still open. Anyone with information about this crime, or any other unreported crime, is urged to contact the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office directly at (205)669-4181, through the Secret Witness line at (205)669-9116 or through our website at www.ShelbySO.com by clicking on the “Report Criminal Activity” link.

For information on the charge of Domestic Violence- First Degree, go to the link below and select Title13A Criminal Code, Chapter 6 Offenses Involving Danger to the Person, Article 7 Domestic Violence in the 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd degrees, Section 13A-6-130 Domestic Violence- First Degree.

http://www.legislature.state.al.us/CodeofAlabama/1975/coatoc.htm .

Inmate Death Investigation
2010-04-01

At approximately 5:10 a.m. on April 1, 2010, Shelby County corrections officers delivering meals to inmates within the Shelby County Jail discovered that an inmate had improvised a method to hang himself in his cell. The inmate is identified as Devon Blake Patterson, 17 years of age, from Pelham, Alabama. Patterson was charged with Robbery 1^st degree and his bond was set at $60,000 at the time of his death. He was being held in the adult facility because the Court had ordered that he be held and tried as an adult.

Upon discovery of Patterson, emergency medical services were immediately requested. Southeast Shelby Rescue responded and arrived at the jail at 5:22 a.m. The Alabama Bureau of Investigation (ABI) and the Shelby County Coroner were notified and investigators responded to the jail to begin an investigation. The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is cooperating fully with ABI investigators as they review the circumstances of Patterson’s death.

The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office moved inmates into the new jail on August 29, 2004. Since that date, there have been two other inmates who died as a result of hanging: one in August of 2005 and one in October of 2008. Each of those was investigated by ABI investigators.

For further information about this investigation, direct inquiries to the Alabama Bureau of Investigation.

Search warrant nets drugs and guns
2010-03-29

The Shelby County Drug Enforcement Task Force has been investigating the illegal sale of cocaine, crack cocaine, and prescriptions pills in a community within Columbiana for several months. As a result of this on-going investigation, the Task Force obtained search warrants for a residence in the 2000 block of Egg and Butter Road. While executing the search warrant, investigators located several firearms, cash, and illegal narcotics related to the on-going investigation. The search yielded the following arrests:

Dennis Wayne Robinson, 45 years old, of Columbiana, was arrested and charged with:

Trafficking in Drugs- $1,500,000 bond

Three counts of Unlawful Distribution of a Controlled Substance- $50,000 bond on each count

Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance- $15,000 bond

Receiving/Possession of Stolen Property- $15,000 bond

Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd- $1,000 bond

Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia- $1,000 bond

Six Counts of Cruelty to Animals- $3,000 bond on each count

Robinson is being held in the Shelby County Jail with bonds totaling $1.7 million dollars.

Kelly Louise Walton, 38 years old, of Columbiana, was arrested and charged with:

Trafficking in Drugs- $250,000 bond

Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance- $15,000 bond

Receiving/Possession of Stolen Property- $15,000 bond

Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia- $1,000 bond

Unlawful Possession of Marijuana- $1,000 bond

Walton is being held in the Shelby County Jail with bonds totaling $282,000.

To view a Shelby County inmate’s picture, their charges and bonds, go to www.ShelbySO.com and click on the “Inmate Listing” link at the bottom left. You may then type in the inmates last name and click on the “Search” button or, if you are unsure of the exact spelling, select the first letter of the last name to search for the inmate. An inmate’s information will not be available until he has been booked into the facility.

The SCDETF consists of law enforcement officers from the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, Alabaster Police Department, Pelham Police Department, Harpersville Police Department, Helena Police Department, the Shelby County District Attorney’s, and the Alabama Air National Guard. The SCDETF is funded by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs and the Shelby County Commission.

Second Meth Lab Discovered from Residence
2010-03-17

On March 15, 2010, Investigators from the Shelby County Drug Enforcement Task Force responded to a residence in the 4500 block of Cahaba Valley Trace on the suspicion of illegal activity. During the course of the investigation it was determined that an active methamphetamine lab was present inside the house. This is the second meth lab that has been discovered at this address in five months. Due to the hazardous conditions present, investigators had to call upon the Shelby County Response Team. The Shelby County Response Team consists of members from the Alabaster Fire and Pelham Fire Departments.

Clay Vincent Carlee, 39 years old of Pelham and Tyler Lane Hinton, 34 years old of Pelham have both been charged with Unlawful Manufacturing of a Controlled Substance and Trafficking Methamphetamine. Each charge carries a bond of $1,000,000.

To view a Shelby County inmate’s picture, their charges and bonds, go to www.ShelbySO.com and click on the “Inmate Listing” link at the bottom left. You may then type in the inmates last name and click on the “Search” button or, if you are unsure of the exact spelling, select the first letter of the last name to search for the inmate. An inmate’s information will not be available until he has been booked into the facility.

The SCDETF consists of law enforcement officers from the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, Alabaster Police Department, Pelham Police Department, Harpersville Police Department, Helena Police Department, the Shelby County District Attorney’s, and the Alabama Air National Guard. The SCDETF is funded by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs and the Shelby County Commission.

Direct any questions regarding this press release to Lieutenant Chris George of the Shelby County Drug Enforcement Task Force, at (205)670-0436.

Methamphetamine Labs Increase in Shelby County
2010-03-16

Investigators with the Shelby County Drug Enforcement Task Force (SCDETF) have investigated more meth labs this year with a majority of the investigations concluding hazardous materials were present at the sites. During the first two months of 2010, the Shelby County Drug Enforcement Task Force has eradicated nine clandestine labs associated with methamphetamines. During the process of manufacturing “meth” producers combine ingredients that are volatile and extremely dangerous, but readily available at your local store. When combined, the smallest amount of instability can cause the ingredients to combust causing potential physical harm to anyone that maybe around the user.

According to the Shelby County Drug Enforcement Task Force Commander, Lt. Chris George, “Meth labs are very costly for law enforcement to process and have a great impact on the community. We have recently assigned one person to devote 100% of his time to investigating these labs. Meth does not have a social status nor does it discriminate. It affects all who surround it, including family and friends.” Once we have determined meth has been produced at a home or given location, there are certain safety measures to comply with by federal regulations to render the area safe. Protective hazardous materials suits to include a breathing apparatus are necessary to collect needed evidence and to make a determination of how it will be remediated. Lt. George says, “a media campaign to resist meth is underway and will focus on educating users on the effects of this extremely debilitating drug”.

Intelligence reports from the public, pharmacies, and law enforcement are the key to successfully locating these labs and identifying addicts and producers.

The SCDETF consists of law enforcement officers from the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, Alabaster Police Department, Pelham Police Department, Harpersville Police Department, Helena Police Department, the Shelby County District Attorney’s, and the Alabama Air National Guard. The SCDETF is funded by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs.

The SCEDTF encourages citizens to report illegal activity by phone (670-0436) or by visiting the website below. Citizens may click “Report Criminal Activity” and submit their complaint in the field labeled “Narcotics”. All information is anonymous.

Direct any questions regarding this press release to Lieutenant Chris George of the Shelby County Drug Enforcement Task Force, at (205)670-0436.

Road Closings Update
2010-03-11

As of 3:30 p.m., March 11, 2010, the following roads are closed in Shelby County and re-opening times are undetermined at this time:

- Wilson Road (end of SC 39 south of Chelsea Elementary)

- Crenshaw Road (Chelsea)

- Kelly Creek Road (Vincent)

- SC 91 (Helena)

- SC 13 near intersection with SC 52 (Helena)

- SC 55 south of SC 51 (Westover)

- SC 51 south of SC 55 (Westover)

- SC 49 (Chelsea)

- Atchison Trace (Columbiana)

- SC 55 at Maplewood Drive (Vandiver)

This list is based on information obtained from patrol deputies, the Shelby County Highway Department and the Shelby County EMA. We are continuing to monitor the weather situation and will update road closings/openings as confirmed information is received. The Sheriff’s Office also advises all travelers in Shelby County to continue to be diligent in monitoring conditions in their area and avoid any routes that appear questionable.

To report new information call (205) 669-4181.

Citizens can also visit http://www.shelbycountyalabama.com/ and navigate the EMA services section in order to see road conditions.

Road Closings Update
2010-03-11

As of 11:00 am, 11 March 2010, the following roads remain closed in and around Shelby County:

- Crenshaw Road (Chelsea)

- Kelly Creek Road (Vincent)

- SC 91 (Helena)

- SC 13 near intersection with SC 52(Helena)

- SC 55 south of SC 51 (Westover)

- SC 51 south of SC 55 (Westover)

- SC 55 south of U.S. 280 (Westover)

- SC 49 (Chelsea)

- Salser Lane (off of SC 32 inChelsea)

- Atchison Trace (Columbiana)

- SC 55 at Maplewood Drive (Vandiver)

To report new information call (205) 669-4181.

Citizens can also visit http://www.shelbycountyalabama.com/ and navigate the EMA services section in order to see road conditions.

Inclement Weather Update
2010-03-10

Due to the ongoing weather event in Shelby County the Sheriff’s Office is advising all citizens living and working in Shelby County to use extreme caution if involved in any outdoor activity. There have been reports of large amounts of water across roadways and local ponds and creeks overflowing their banks. The Sheriff’s Office has also received reports of a house fire in north Shelby County that was possibly due to a lightning strike. As a general rule, six inches of flowing water can cause a vehicle to lose traction and be swept up in the current, so the Sheriff’s Office recommends avoiding any area where there is doubt about access or passability. At this time the Shelby County Highway Department is actively working to clear roadways that have become dangerous and/or impassable. A list of roads currently closed in Shelby County appears below:

- Shelby County (SC) Hwy. 77 (Columbiana/Wilsonville)

- SC 47 between SC 46 and Alabama 145 (Shelby)

- SC 42 between Shelby Iron Works Park and Egg & Butter Road/SC 37 (Shelby)

- SC 39 at Highland Ridge Lane (Chelsea)

- 200 blk. Liberty Road (Chelsea)

- Cahaba Valley Road at Jasmine Hill Road (Indian Springs)

- SC 87 at Crim Road (Calera)

- Crenshaw Swamp Road (Chelsea)

- SC 56 (Columbiana/Four Mile)

The impending weather forecast calls for continued rain and wind gusts over the next 24 hours. Road conditions may continue to deteriorate. The Sheriff’s Office would ask that unless travel is necessary, consider staying at home. In the event you must travel, use caution and avoid areas that normally see accumulations of water.

If you are aware of, or discover, other areas within the county where a dangerous situation exists please contact the Sheriff’s Office at (205) 669-4181 as soon as possible.

Robbery Suspect Charged
2010-03-02

At approximately 12:34 p.m. on Sunday, February 28, 2010, Shelby County 911 received a call requesting deputies check the welfare of an employee at the Cahaba Valley Animal Clinic, which is located in the 2200 block of Cahaba Valley Drive in north Shelby County. While Shelby County Sheriff’s deputies were responding, the call was changed to a robbery in progress. Upon arrival, it was determined that an employee of the animal clinic surprised a burglar inside the business who then produced a weapon and threatened them with it. The suspect left the business with a small amount of currency and pharmaceutical drugs. The employee was unharmed.

At 12:55 p.m., Hoover police officers located the suspect and his vehicle in the parking lot of the CVS Pharmacy at the corner of U.S. 280 and Valleydale Road. Hoover officers were able to take the subject into custody without incident. Evidence relating to the earlier robbery was recovered in the suspect’s vehicle.

Edward Day Bradley IV, 22 years of age, from Birmingham, Al., has been charged with Robbery 1^st degree, Forgery 1^st degree Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance and Illegal Possession of Prescription Drugs. His bonds are set at $60,000 and $30,000, $15,000 and $3,000 respectively. He remains in the Shelby County Jail.

For information on the charges listed above, go to the link below and select Title13A Criminal Code, Chapters 8-Offenses Involving Theft, 9-Forgery and Fraudulent Practices and 12-Offenses Against Public Health and Morals. http://www.legislature.state.al.us/CodeofAlabama/1975/coatoc.htm.

Investigation into this robbery is ongoing.

Anyone with information about this crime is urged to contact the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office directly at (205)669-4181, through the Secret Witness line at (205)669-9116 or through our website at www.ShelbySO.com by clicking on the “Report Criminal Activity” link and choosing the “General Information” category.