Man pleads for medical release

DAVENPORT — A man convicted of second-degree theft in Lincoln County Superior Court pleaded for his release, citing urgent medical concerns during a hearing Tuesday, Dec. 17.

Shaun Michael Willhite, 44, apologized for his actions and asked the court for immediate release due to a serious medical condition.

“I would like to apologize for the situation,” Willhite said. “My name will never come across your desks again. That is a promise on my word. I will never be in a situation like this again.”

Willhite also told the court about a health issue that he said requires immediate attention.

“I am te...