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129-mph chase keeps Beeler jailed

Trial set for March 4

DAVENPORT - A Wilbur man facing multiple felony charges pleaded not guilty Tuesday, Jan. 20, in Lincoln County Superior Court, where a judge ordered him to remain restrained and denied a request to lower his bond, citing public safety and flight risk.

John Michael Beeler, 52, is charged with attempting to elude a police vehicle, first-degree malicious mischief, violation of a protection order and third-degree assault. Attorney Grant Riva represents him, following the withdrawal of his former attorney, Dave Hearrean, from the case.

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Bruce Cox opposed the defense reque...

 
 

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