Putnam Scanner for Aug. 13, 2010
Putnam County Sheriff's Department
* Aug. 9, 9:26 p.m.: Matthew A. Meny, 26, Spencer, was traveling on CR 1075S approaching CR 525W in a 1999 Ford when two deer ran in front of him, causing him to lose control. He struck a guardrail, then rolled down a hill, coming to rest against a tree.
Vehicle towed by Curtis Garage. Damage estimate $1,001-$2,500.
* Aug. 11, 3:29 p.m.: Christopher McGuff, 18, Greencastle, was eastbound on SR 236, east of Roachdale, in a 1997 Pontiac when he fell asleep at the wheel. His vehicle crossed into the westbound lane and continued off the road, striking a utility poll before rolling onto its top in retaining pond. Driver was not injured.
Vehicle towed by Kenny's. Damage estimated $5,001-$10,000.
* Aug. 11, 6:35 p.m.: Holly M. Keyt, 31, Russellville, was westbound on U.S. 40 when she lost control of her 2007 Pontiac. She advised the front wheel locked up and started vibrating. The vehicle left the roadway, striking a tree head on. She had cuts on her knee, but refused treatment.
Front passenger complained of left hip pain and wrist pain. Child in restraint seat in back had small cut on tongue and a small belt mark on shoulder. Mother refused to have child checked out at local hospital.
Vehicle towed by Seniour's. Damage estimated $5,001-$10,000.
Putnam County Jail
Jerry Allan Williams, 34, Russellville: Maintaining common nuisance, receiving stolen property, criminal mischief, possession of marijuana, Aug. 10, 3:21 p.m.
Information included in the Putnam Scanner is taken from reports provided to the Banner Graphic by the Putnam County Sheriff's Department, Greencastle Police Department and Greencastle Fire Department.
Individuals listed in the blotter have been arrested on probable cause and have not been formally charged. Charging information may change after an initial arrest.
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