Ashland County Prosecuting Attorney Releases September 2024 Felony Indictments
Joe Lyons •
October 4, 2024
Ashland County Prosecuting Attorney Releases September 2024 Felony Indictments
Ashland County, OH — Prosecuting Attorney Christopher R. Tunnell announced the release of twenty-seven (27) felony indictments issued by the Ashland County Grand Jury during its September sessions. The Grand Jury convened for two days and issued a total of thirty-three (33) indictments against thirty-three (33) individuals. Notably, seven of these indictments remain sealed as they have not yet been served.
In his statement, Prosecutor Tunnell expressed gratitude to the Grand Jurors for their commitment and service, as well as to the dedicated members of the investigating agencies for their tireless efforts in ensuring the safety of Ashland County residents. He emphasized the principle that all individuals indicted are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Robert Michalski, Jr.
Address: Savannah
Case No: 24-CRI-236
Investigating Agency: Ashland County Sheriff’s Office
Charges:
Count One: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Felony, 1st Degree)
Aided in the commission of kidnapping on or about August 17, 2024.
Count Two: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Felony, 2nd Degree)
Aided in the commission of endangering children on or about August 17, 2024.
Count Three: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Felony, 3rd Degree)
Aided in the commission of endangering children from August 4 to August 17, 2024.
Count Four: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Felony, 3rd Degree)
Further involvement in endangering children from August 4 to August 17, 2024.
Count Five: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Felony, 3rd Degree)
Aided in another instance of endangering children from August 4 to August 17, 2024.
Count Six: Tampering with Evidence (Felony, 3rd Degree)
Altered or concealed evidence on or about August 17, 2024, knowing an investigation was ongoing.
Count Seven: Possessing Criminal Tools (Felony, 5th Degree)
Possessed handcuffs with intent to use them criminally between August 4 and August 17, 2024.
Angelina Williams
Address: Cleveland
Case No: 24-CRI-237
Investigating Agency: Ashland County Sheriff’s Office
Charges:
Count One: Kidnapping (Felony, 1st Degree)
Allegedly restrained a child under thirteen years of age in a manner that created a substantial risk of serious physical harm on or about August 17, 2024.
Count Two: Endangering Children (Felony, 2nd Degree)
Accused of administering excessive corporal punishment that created a substantial risk of serious physical harm to a child under eighteen on or about August 17, 2024.
Count Three: Endangering Children (Felony, 3rd Degree)
As a caregiver, allegedly created a substantial risk to the health or safety of a child under eighteen by violating a duty of care on or about August 17, 2024.
Count Four: Endangering Children (Felony, 3rd Degree)
Further accusations of administering excessive corporal punishment from August 4 to August 17, 2024.
Count Five: Endangering Children (Felony, 3rd Degree)
Another count related to excessive punishment from August 4 to August 17, 2024.
Count Six: Obstructing Justice (Felony, 5th Degree)
Allegedly communicated false information to hinder law enforcement on or about August 17, 2024, in connection with tampering with evidence.
Count Seven: Possessing Criminal Tools (Felony, 5th Degree)
Accused of possessing handcuffs and rope with intent to use them criminally between August 4 and August 17, 2024.
Taylor Desiree Marvin-Brown
Address: Sandusky
Case No: 24-CRI-238
Investigating Agency: Ashland County Sheriff’s Office
Charges:
Count One: Obstructing Justice (Felony, 3rd Degree)
Allegedly harbored or concealed another person or child to hinder law enforcement in the investigation of a serious crime on or about August 17, 2024.
Count Two: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Felony, 1st Degree)
Accused of aiding or abetting in the offense of kidnapping alongside Angelina Williams and/or Robert Michalski on or about August 17, 2024.
Count Three: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Felony, 2nd Degree)
Allegedly assisted in the offense of endangering children with Angelina Williams and/or Robert Michalski on or about August 17, 2024.
Count Four: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Felony, 3rd Degree)
Accused of aiding or abetting in the offense of endangering children from August 4 through August 17, 2024.
Joshua Roper
Address: West Salem
Case No: 24-CRI-244
Investigating Agency: Ashland County Sheriff’s Office
Charges:
Count One: Having Weapons While Under Disability (Felony, 3rd Degree)
Allegedly acquired or used a firearm while under indictment for previous felony drug offenses, including aggravated possession of drugs and possession of cocaine.
Count Two: Sexual Battery (Felony, 3rd Degree)
Accused of engaging in sexual conduct with an individual while being in a position of authority (in loco parentis) on or about July 12, 2024.
Count Three: Rape (Felony, 1st Degree)
Allegedly engaged in sexual conduct by force or threat of force on or about August 27, 2024
Sir Christion Rogers
Address: Huber Heights
Case No: 24-CRI-223
Investigating Agency: Ashland Police Department
Charges:
Count One: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Aggravated Burglary) – Felony, 1st Degree
Allegedly solicited or procured others to commit aggravated burglary at Rite Aid on July 24, 2024.
Count Two: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Robbery) – Felony, 2nd Degree
Accused of aiding in the commission of robbery at Rite Aid on the same date.
Count Three: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Safecracking) – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly aided others in committing safecracking at Rite Aid.
Count Four: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Theft of Drugs) – Felony, 4th Degree
Accused of assisting in the theft of drugs from Rite Aid.
Count Five: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Tampering with Drugs) – Felony, 3rd Degree
Allegedly aided others in tampering with drugs.
Count Six: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Failure to Comply with Order or Signal of a Police Officer) – Felony, 3rd Degree
Accused of aiding in failing to comply with police orders.
Count Seven: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Failure to Comply with Order or Signal of a Police Officer) – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly assisted in another instance of failing to comply with police orders.
Kerry Stephens
Address: Trotwood
Case No: 24-CRI-225
Investigating Agency: Ashland Police Department
Charges:
Count One: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Aggravated Burglary) – Felony, 1st Degree
Allegedly aided Sir Christion Rogers and others in committing aggravated burglary at Rite Aid on July 24, 2024.
Count Two: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Robbery) – Felony, 2nd Degree
Accused of assisting in the commission of robbery at Rite Aid on the same date.
Count Three: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Safecracking) – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly aided others in safecracking at Rite Aid.
Count Four: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Theft of Drugs) – Felony, 4th Degree
Accused of assisting in the theft of drugs from Rite Aid.
Count Five: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Tampering with Drugs) – Felony, 3rd Degree
Allegedly aided in tampering with drugs.
Count Six: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Failure to Comply with an Order or Signal of a Police Officer) – Felony, 3rd Degree
Accused of aiding in failing to comply with police orders.
Count Seven: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Failure to Comply with an Order or Signal of a Police Officer) – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly assisted in another instance of failing to comply with police orders.
Jamez Phipps
Address: Dayton
Case No: 24-CRI-222
Investigating Agency: Ashland Police Department
Charges:
Count One: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Aggravated Burglary) – Felony, 1st Degree
Allegedly aided Kerry Stephens and others in committing aggravated burglary at Rite Aid on July 24, 2024.
Count Two: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Robbery) – Felony, 2nd Degree
Accused of assisting in the commission of robbery at Rite Aid on the same date.
Count Three: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Safecracking) – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly aided others in safecracking at Rite Aid.
Count Four: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Theft of Drugs) – Felony, 4th Degree
Accused of assisting in the theft of drugs from Rite Aid.
Count Five: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Tampering with Drugs) – Felony, 3rd Degree
Allegedly aided in tampering with drugs.
Count Six: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Failure to Comply with an Order or Signal of a Police Officer) – Felony, 3rd Degree
Accused of aiding in failing to comply with police orders.
Count Seven: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Failure to Comply with an Order or Signal of a Police Officer) – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly assisted in another instance of failing to comply with police orders.
Robert Prater
Address: Dayton
Case No: 24-CRI-226
Investigating Agency: Ashland Police Department
Charges:
Count One: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Aggravated Burglary) – Felony, 1st Degree
Allegedly aided Kerry Stephens and others in committing aggravated burglary at Rite Aid on July 24, 2024.
Count Two: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Robbery) – Felony, 2nd Degree
Accused of assisting in the commission of robbery at Rite Aid.
Count Three: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Safecracking) – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly aided others in safecracking at Rite Aid.
Count Four: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Theft of Drugs) – Felony, 3rd Degree
Accused of assisting in the theft of drugs from Rite Aid.
Count Five: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Tampering with Drugs) – Felony, 3rd Degree
Allegedly aided in tampering with drugs at Rite Aid.
Count Six: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Failure to Comply with an Order or Signal of a Police Officer) – Felony, 3rd Degree
Accused of aiding in failing to comply with police orders.
Count Seven: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Failure to Comply with an Order or Signal of a Police Officer) – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly assisted in another instance of failing to comply with police orders.
Count Eight: Aggravated Possession of Drugs – Felony, 2nd Degree
Accused of possessing Dextroamphetamine-amphetamine tablets in a quantity that exceeds five times the bulk amount.
Count Nine: Aggravated Possession of Drugs – Felony, 2nd Degree
Allegedly possessed Methylphenidate extended release tablets in a quantity that exceeds five times the bulk amount.
Count Ten: Aggravated Possession of Drugs – Felony, 2nd Degree
Accused of possessing Lisdexamfetamine capsules in a quantity that exceeds five times the bulk amount.
Count Eleven: Aggravated Possession of Drugs – Felony, 5th Degree
Allegedly possessed Dexmethylphenidate extended release capsules.
Count Twelve: Aggravated Possession of Drugs – Felony, 5th Degree
Accused of possessing Methylphenidate hydrochloride (Jornay PM extended release capsules).
Count Thirteen: Aggravated Possession of Drugs – Felony, 5th Degree
Allegedly possessed Methadone tablets.
Taquan Thompson
Address: Dayton
Case No: 24-CRI-224
Investigating Agency: Ashland Police Department
Charges:
Count One: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Aggravated Burglary) – Felony, 1st Degree
Allegedly solicited or procured others to commit aggravated burglary at Rite Aid on July 24, 2024.
Count Two: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Robbery) – Felony, 2nd Degree
Accused of aiding in the commission of robbery at Rite Aid.
Count Three: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Safecracking) – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly aided others in safecracking at Rite Aid.
Count Four: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Theft of Drugs) – Felony, 4th Degree
Accused of assisting in the theft of drugs from Rite Aid.
Count Five: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Tampering with Drugs) – Felony, 3rd Degree
Allegedly aided in tampering with drugs at Rite Aid.
Count Six: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Failure to Comply with an Order or Signal of a Police Officer) – Felony, 3rd Degree
Accused of aiding in failing to comply with police orders.
Count Seven: Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Failure to Comply with an Order or Signal of a Police Officer) – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly assisted in another instance of failing to comply with police orders.
Sabrina Gregory
Address: Sullivan
Case No: 24-CRI-218
Investigating Agency: Ashland County Sheriff’s Office
Charges:
Count One: Domestic Violence – Felony, 5th Degree
Allegedly caused or attempted to cause physical harm to Miranda Gregory, a family or household member, on July 16, 2024. Notably, the victim was pregnant at the time of the offense.
Count Two: Aggravated Menacing – Misdemeanor, 1st Degree
Accused of causing Miranda Gregory to believe that serious physical harm would be inflicted upon her or her property on July 16, 2024.
Count Three: Aggravated Menacing – Misdemeanor, 1st Degree
Allegedly caused Miranda Gregory to believe that serious physical harm would be inflicted upon her unborn child on July 16, 2024.
Antoine James Sealey Jr.
Address: Cleveland
Case No: 24-CRI-235
Investigating Agency: Ohio State Highway Patrol
Charges:
Count One: Having Weapons While Under Disability – Felony, 3rd Degree
Allegedly acquired, carried, or used a firearm or dangerous ordnance while under indictment for or previously convicted of a felony offense of violence (specifically, Aggravated Robbery on February 12, 2020, in Cuyahoga County).
Count Two: Receiving Stolen Property – Felony, 4th Degree
Accused of receiving, retaining, or disposing of a Smith & Wesson M&P Shield M-2, 9mm firearm, knowing or having reasonable cause to believe it was stolen property belonging to Leon Lee Vales.
Specification One: The Grand Jury further specifies that the offense was committed while Sealey had a firearm on or about his person or under his control.
Roger Sulser
Address: Ashland
Case No: 24-CRI-219
Investigating Agency: Ashland Police Department
Charges:
Count One: Domestic Violence – Felony, 3rd Degree
Allegedly caused or attempted to cause physical harm to Jennifer Bright, a family or household member, between July 1 and July 12, 2024.
Notably, Sulser has a history of prior domestic violence offenses, which elevates the seriousness of the charge.
Count Two: Domestic Violence – Felony, 3rd Degree
Accused of causing or attempting to cause physical harm to Jennifer Bright on July 17, 2024, again in violation of Ohio law.
The prior conviction history is again highlighted, indicating a pattern of behavior.
Count Three: Domestic Violence – Felony, 3rd Degree
Involved in a continuous pattern of abuse, allegedly causing or attempting to cause physical harm to Jennifer Bright from April 1, 2022, through July 10, 2024.
Previous convictions for similar offenses further complicate his legal situation.
Derek Sindyla
Address: Lakewood
Case No: 24-CRI-242
Investigating Agency: Ashland Police Department
Charges:
Count One: Aggravated Possession of Drugs – Felony, 5th Degree
Allegedly obtained and possessed 2.092 grams of methamphetamine (a Schedule II controlled substance) on August 25, 2024.
Count Two: Possession of Cocaine – Felony, 5th Degree
Accused of obtaining and possessing 0.731 grams of cocaine on August 25, 2024, also classified as a Schedule I controlled substance.
Count Three: Failure to Appear as Required by Recognizance – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly failed to appear in court on August 29, 2024, after being released on his own recognizance in connection with a felony charge.
Brandon Gilbert
Address: Ashland
Case No: 24-CRI-248
Investigating Agency: Ashland Police Department
Charges:
Count One: Aggravated Possession of Drugs – Felony, 5th Degree
Allegedly obtained and possessed 0.3 grams of methamphetamine (a Schedule II controlled substance) on September 2, 2024.
Michael Pondexter
Address: Ashland
Case No: 24-CRI-250
Investigating Agency: Ohio State Highway Patrol
Charges:
Count One: Strangulation – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly caused physical harm through strangulation or suffocation on September 7, 2024. The victim is identified as a family or household member or a person with whom Pondexter was in a dating relationship.
Count Two: Abduction – Felony, 3rd Degree
Allegedly removed a person from her location without privilege, using force or threat on September 7, 2024.
Count Three: Domestic Violence – Misdemeanor, 1st Degree
Allegedly caused or attempted to cause physical harm to a family or household member on September 7, 2024.
Nathan F. Brown Jr.
Address: Akron
Case No: 24-CRI-243
Investigating Agency: Ohio State Highway Patrol
Charges:
Count One: Failure to Comply with an Order or Signal of a Police Officer – Felony, 3rd Degree
Allegedly fled from police in a motor vehicle on August 25, 2024, creating a substantial risk of serious physical harm.
Specification: Committed while having a firearm on or about his person or under his control.
Count Two: Aggravated Menacing – Misdemeanor, 1st Degree
Allegedly caused Christian Derr to believe he would cause serious physical harm on August 25, 2024.
Count Three: Aggravated Menacing – Misdemeanor, 1st Degree
Allegedly caused Stephanie Connor to believe he would cause serious physical harm on August 25, 2024.
Count Four: Driving Under Suspension – Misdemeanor, 1st Degree
Allegedly operated a vehicle while his driver’s license was suspended on August 25, 2024.
Count Five: Having Weapons While Under Disability – Felony, 3rd Degree
Allegedly had a firearm while being a fugitive from justice on August 25, 2024.
Count Six: Improperly Handling Firearms in a Motor Vehicle – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly transported a loaded firearm in a vehicle in a manner that made it accessible to him or any passenger on August 25, 2024.
David Dean
Address: Ashland
Case No: 24-CRI-245
Investigating Agency: Ashland Police Department
Charge:
Count One: Violating a Protection Order – Felony, 5th Degree
Allegedly recklessly violated the terms of a protection order on August 29, 2024.
Prior Conviction: Previously convicted of violating a protection order on July 23, 2024, in Ashland Municipal Court.
David Simmons
Address: Ashland
Case No: 24-CRI-249
Investigating Agency: Ashland Police Department
Charge:
Count One: Aggravated Possession of Drugs – Felony, 5th Degree
Allegedly obtained, possessed, or used 0.258 grams of methamphetamine on September 2, 2024.
Joshua Mullins
Address: Ashland
Case No: 24-CRI-241
Investigating Agency: Ashland Police Department
Charges:
Count One: Corrupting Another with Drugs – Felony, 2nd Degree
Allegedly administered or induced the use of methadone, causing serious physical harm.
Count Two: Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly sold or offered to sell methadone, a controlled substance.
Count Three: Assault – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly caused physical harm to a peace officer or emergency responder during their official duties.
Jeffery Priola
Address: Lakewood
Case No: 24-CRI-246
Investigating Agency: Ashland Police Department
Charges:
Count One: Having Weapons While Under Disability – Felony, 3rd Degree
Allegedly acquired or used a firearm while being a fugitive from justice.
Count Two: Having Weapons While Under Disability – Felony, 3rd Degree
Similar charge as Count One, reflecting multiple offenses.
Count Three: Improperly Handling Firearms in a Motor Vehicle – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly transported a loaded firearm in a manner accessible to passengers.
Count Four: Improperly Handling Firearms in a Motor Vehicle – Felony, 4th Degree
Another instance of allegedly transporting a loaded firearm improperly.
Count Five: Carrying a Concealed Weapon – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly carried a concealed handgun without the proper license, involving a loaded firearm.
Mathew Tharin
Address: Ashland
Case No: 24-CRI-240
Investigating Agency: Ashland Police Department
Charges:
Count One: Aggravated Possession of Drugs – Felony, 5th Degree
Allegedly obtained or possessed methamphetamine, a Schedule II controlled substance.
Count Two: Possession of Cocaine – Felony, 5th Degree
Allegedly obtained or possessed cocaine or a substance containing cocaine.
Count Three: Misdemeanor Theft – Misdemeanor, 1st Degree
Allegedly deprived Walmart of property, including a pressure washer, air compressor, and Mountain Dew, without consent.
Nicholas Barnett
Address: Ashland
Case No: 24-CRI-239
Investigating Agency: Ashland County Sheriff’s Office
Charge:
Count One: Retaliation – Felony, 3rd Degree
Allegedly retaliated against a public servant, party official, attorney, or witness by means of force or unlawful threat of harm. This charge arises from actions purportedly taken in response to the duties performed by the involved public servant or official.
Dakota James Stutterlin
Address: Loudonville
Case No: 24-CRI-253
Investigating Agency: Loudonville Police Department
Charge:
Count One: Unlawful Sexual Conduct with a Minor – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly engaged in sexual conduct with a minor who was less than sixteen years of age, while being at least four years older than the minor. The conduct is said to have occurred between June 14 and June 21, 2024.
Karen Rybka
Address: Ashland
Case No: 24-CRI-259
Investigating Agency: Ashland County Sheriff’s Office
Charges:
Count One: Involuntary Manslaughter – Felony, 1st Degree
Allegedly caused the death of an individual as a proximate result of committing or attempting to commit the felony offense of Corrupting Another with Drugs or Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs on or about November 1, 2022.
Count Two: Corrupting Another with Drugs – Felony, 2nd Degree
Accused of knowingly administering or furnishing a controlled substance, specifically Fentanyl, to cause serious physical harm or drug dependency to another individual on or about November 1, 2022.
Count Three: Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs – Felony, 4th Degree
Allegedly sold or offered to sell Fentanyl, a controlled substance, in an amount less than the bulk amount on or about November 1, 2022.
Brittney Shawn Murphy-Marks
Address: Sullivan
Case No: 24-CRI-263
Investigating Agency: Ashland County Sheriff’s Office
Charges:
COUNT ONE: Aggravated Possession of Drugs
Classification: Felony of the Fifth Degree
Date of Offense: On or about November 1, 2022
Details: It is alleged that Brittney Murphy-Marks knowingly obtained, possessed, or used a controlled substance, specifically Methamphetamine, which is classified as a Schedule II drug. This conduct is in violation of Ohio Revised Code Section 2925.11(A).
Donzel Murphy Jr.
Address: West Salem
Case No: 24-CRI-262
Investigating Agency: Ashland County Sheriff’s Office
Charges:
COUNT ONE: Aggravated Possession of Drugs
Classification: Felony of the Fifth Degree
Date of Offense: On or about November 1, 2022
Details: It is alleged that Donzel Murphy Jr. knowingly obtained, possessed, or used a controlled substance, specifically Methamphetamine, which is classified as a Schedule II drug. This conduct is in violation of Ohio Revised Code Section 2925.11(A).
Timothy P. Barth
Address: Ashland
Case No: 24-CRI-260
Investigating Agency: Ashland County Sheriff’s Office
Charges:
COUNT ONE: Aggravated Possession of Drugs
Classification: Felony of the Fifth Degree
Date of Offense: On or about November 1, 2022
Details: It is alleged that Timothy P. Barth knowingly obtained, possessed, or used a controlled substance, specifically Methamphetamine, which is classified as a Schedule II drug, in violation of Ohio Revised Code Section 2925.11(A).
COUNT TWO: Permitting Drug Abuse
Classification: Felony of the Fifth Degree
Date of Offense: On or about November 1, 2022
Details: It is alleged that Timothy P. Barth, as the owner or occupant of premises, knowingly permitted those premises to be used for the commission of a felony drug abuse offense, specifically Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs, in violation of Ohio Revised Code Section 2925.13(B).