Joshua Boucher Faces Additional Charges in Court Hearing; Entering a Plea of Not Guilty

• April 19, 2024

Joshua Boucher found himself grappling with additional charges during today’s 9:00 AM Zoom video hearing before the Court of Common Pleas, led by Hon. Judge David R. Stimpert. During the legal proceedings, Boucher’s confusion was evident as soon as it started.

The indictment detailed multiple charges, including grand theft of a motor vehicle, failure to comply with police orders, failure to stop after an accident, possession of criminal tools, and obstructing official business.

Judge Stimpert, offered Boucher the opportunity to discuss matters with his attorney, Donald Wick, before the hearing began. Throughout the hearing, Boucher’s demeanor reflected a sense of disorientation as he attempted to come to terms with the gravity of the situation.

However, confusion occurred when Judge Stimpert inquired whether Boucher consented to the virtual hearing. Boucher’s response, a hesitant denial, “I’m… I’m just trying to work with everybody here your Honor and just trying to understand these charges,” Boucher expressed, revealing his struggle to grasp the unfolding events.

As the hearing progressed, Boucher’s bewilderment persisted, prompting his attorney, Donald Wick, to request a private discussion in a breakout room. Despite efforts to regroup, Boucher remained visibly perplexed.

Attorney Wick ultimately entered a plea of not guilty on behalf of Boucher, contesting all charges outlined in the Subrosa Indictment and the Court scheduled a preliminary hearing on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. in Courtroom No. 1.

Preliminary Hearing Audio from Hearing on Criminal Complaint 04/10/2024 ***No Video Only Audio***

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