This week in Phoenix, a man that stood accused of leading police on a massive car chase has pled guilty to numerous criminal offenses.  During the police chase, two news helicopters were trying to cover the news story and ended up crashing into one another, causing an explosion which killed pilot-reporter Craig Smith, cameraman Rick Krolak, pilot-reporter Scott Bowerbank and cameraman Jim Cox.

On Tuesday, Christopher Jermaine Jones pled guilty to four counts of aggravated assault.  Prosecutors say that in 2007, Jones tried to run over police with a stolen vehicle. Jones also pled guilty to auto theft, unlawful flight and failing to stay at the scene of the accident.  He is expected to receive sentencing on September 30^th.

People who have been charged with crimes in Phoenix, whether misdemeanors or felonies, need to hire a Phoenix criminal defense attorney immediately.  If you have been charged with a criminal offense, contact the Knowles Law Firm now!

This past Friday, it was reported that a man was unable to pay his $1 million bail, so he had to remain in police custody.  The man, 42 year old Thomas Jay Pollard, was charged with rape and other criminal offenses.

Last Thursday afternoon, police in Phoenix arrested Pollard, who was staying at a residential motel on the 500 block of North Main Street.  Police say that Pollard had been living at the motel for some time.

Police arrested Pollard after a 45 year old woman, who rents another room at the hotel, called for help and reported that she was raped.  The woman said that Pollard sexually assaulted her while she was intoxicated, unable to consent to intercourse and unable to fight him off. Once police arrived at the scene of the crime, they had the woman escorted to a local hospital so she could be examined.

On Friday, Pollard was arraigned on two counts of first degree rape, strangulation and also fourth degree sexual assault.

If you have been charged with sex crimes in Phoenix, it is important that you retain the services of a Phoenix criminal defense attorney as soon as possible.  Without help from a criminal defense lawyer, you may have to serve time in jail and face other harsh legal penalties.  Contact the Knowle Law Firm today to discuss your case.

Last month a Mesa, Arizona ex-con attacked his girlfriend after she refused to talk with him about their relationship. She had earlier discussed leaving him and in a fit of anger, he attacked her with a coffee pot then began slashing her with a box cutter.

Police were called to the scene after the woman escaped to a nearby apartment with her four-year-old daughter, who unfortunately had to witness the attack. Forty-seven year old Craig Vanderbeck was arrested a short time later that same afternoon.

The girlfriend survived the attack after surgery and will recover. Vanderbeck had previously served two years in prison in 2002 for another aggravated assault conviction.   

Violent crimes carry heavy penalties. If you have been charged with a crime in Phoenix, Mesa, or a nearby area, contact an experienced Phoenix criminal defense attorney at the Knowles Law Firm to protect your interests and take immediate steps to find the best course of action. Contact us today at 888-332-5621.

A Tucson man is facing multiple charges after he kidnapped an 11-year-old girl who was on her way to school.

According to police, the girl and her 9-year-old sister were walking to school when they were approached by the suspect. The suspect was able to drag the older girl into his vehicle and drive away.

Neighbors who saw the incident take place called 911 and one person was able to follow the suspect’s car and get a partial plate number and vehicle description.

The police later found the girl, battered, at a nearby park. The suspected was found and arrested at his home. He has since been charged with kidnapping, aggravated assault, robbery, and attempted sexual conduct with a minor under the age of 15.

As you can imagine, this suspect faces many years in prison and may be ordered to register as a sex offender if he is ultimately convicted. If you or a loved one is facing similar charges, it’s important to contact an attorney right away. Backed by years of experience, the Knowles Law Firm is more than capable of defending you against your charges, and has represented numerous clients against all types of crimes. If you are interested in learning more about working with a Phoenix criminal defense attorney at our office, please call (888) 332-5621 or (302) 702-5431 to arrange a consultation.