News from December 2013
Drug dealer announces cooperation with St. Clair County authorities; Families of victims express frustration with sentences
Chris KeelEAST ST. LOUIS – As Doug Oliver accepted a 30-year sentence for selling heroin, he dropped the first solid clue in months that an investigation of St. Clair County corruption continues.At his sentencing hearing on Dec. 5, he told Chief District Judge David Herndon that he is cooperating with St. Clair County authorities.Prosecutor Robert Garrison apparently hadn’t expected him to reveal his
Broken foot at vacant home leads to personal injury suit
714 E. Clay St., Collinsville
Father accused in civil suit of sexual assault on daughter denies allegations; mother seeks $40 million
A man blamed for causing his 12-year-old daughter’s battle with eating disorders and suicidal thoughts due to years of alleged sexual assault is denying allegations in a suit brought by the girl's mother.