May 15, 2013 | Car Accidents, Criminal Defense, Uncategorized
A Rock Hill liquor store owner was awaken Saturday night by a phone call from the police; only to inform him that his security alarm had been set off.
The owner purchased the store 8 years ago, and has been running it ever since.
By the time the owner made it to his store, the police were already on the scene. Bystanders and employees alike were all staring at the outside of the building, where a vehicle had been driven right into the wall.
Apparently, about 3 feet of the store’s cinder-block wall had been pushed inward; creating massive amounts of damage for both the building and its inventory.
According to the police reports, the driver backed his black SUV into the Liquor store after leaving the Saloon across the street. The time of accident was slightly after 11:00 p.m.
After obtaining the surveillance video from the owner, the police determined that the large vehicle was slowly backing towards the store right before 11:00, when out of no where the driver accelerated the vehicle, slamming it into the side wall.
Not only was the cinder-block wall destroyed, but also layers of glass and plaster protecting the inventory was knocked out, breaking numerous liquor bottles.
The police were unable to read the tag on the vehicle via the surveillance video.
The car’s tag can’t be read from the surveillance video.
It has been estimated that over $3,000 worth of damage was done to the store alone. Additional damages are still being tallied as to the merchandise.
A patron of the bar across the street has given the name of the alleged defendant to the owner. The owner now plans to contact the defendant and discuss payment options to restore his building.
No evidence suggests that anyone was injured from the car accident; except perhaps Mr. Captain Morgan.
If you, or someone you know has been involved in a serious car accident where alcohol was involved, contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower, LLP toll-free at 877-374-5999 today.
May 9, 2013 | Assault and Battery, Criminal Defense, Homicide Defense, Uncategorized
A Clover, South Carolina man has been charged in connection with a shooting which happened
in east Charlotte along the 5300 block of Independence Boulevard. According to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, the man allegedly fired his gun, at least two times, and struck a 25-year-old in the arm and the leg.
The victim was taken to Carolinas Medical Center for treatment, and the suspect was charged with carrying a concealed weapon, discharging a firearm into occupied property, and assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill and inflict serious injury. He is being held in the Mecklenburg County Jail under a $154,500 bond.
If you someone close to you has been charged with a criminal offense call the law offices of Reeves, Aiken & Hightower, LLP. If you have been charged in North Carolina, contact our Charlotte office at 704-499-9000; and, if you have been charged in South Carolina call our Baxter Village office in Fort Mill at 803-548-4444. You can also visit our website here.
May 8, 2013 | Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes and Controlled Substances Defense, Uncategorized
Cleveland County, North Carolina narcotics detectives reportedly seized about 1,800 pounds of marijuana from a house which is said to be 
the biggest marijuana bust in Cleveland County history. The men allegedly hid the 1.8 million (street value) worth of marijuana in the bed of a pickup truck next to the house in which they were residing. The information related to the bust came from a local confidential informant.
When the police knocked on the door of the house, the two suspects allowed them to conduct a search without a warrant. Neither of the men spoke English; therefore, the men could not be questioned by police immediately after being Mirandized. Both men face felony drug trafficking charges, and deputies are still staging an investigation as to where the marijuana came from.
If you or a loved one face a drug trafficking charge, call the law offices of Reeves, Aiken & Hightower, LLP for a confidential consultation. If you have been charged in North Carolina, call our Charlotte, North Carolina office at 704-499-9000. Also, South Carolina charges can be handled at our Baxter Village office at 803-548-5999, and we can also be contacted toll-free at 877-374-4444.
May 7, 2013 | Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Felony DUI, Uncategorized
A cab driver in Charlotte, North Carolina died after a man, who struck the cab, and attempted to flee the scene of his 2008 BMW. The crash 
occurred on East Woodlawn and Montford Drive at 2:00 a.m. on Friday, when the driver broadsided the cab. The driver is being charged with felony death by motor vehicle, felony hit-and-run, DWI and driving with a revoked license.
The man attempted to run from the scene; however he was apprehended not far away. He and the other passenger in his vehicle were not seriously hurt. The cab driver was not wearing his seat-belt and died on the way to the hospital after he was ejected from his cab. Witnesses report that the sidewalk of the crash scene was littered with car parts spread all the way from the road to the woods. The driver was arrested on April 3rd in Huntersville, and police say his license was suspended and he should not have been driving. The man is expected to be in court next week.
Call the law offices of Reeves, Aiken & Hightower, LLP for a consultation if you have been charged with a DWI, or an alcohol related charge in North Carolina. You can reach our Charlotte, North Carolina office at 704-499-9000, or toll-free at 877-374-5999.
May 2, 2013 | Criminal Defense, Uncategorized
Rock Hill Police searched for two men last Thursday morning who allegedly ran a stop sign, sped 
away from police, and struck a parked car, fleeing on foot. This occurred on Friedheim Road, and when the officer attempted to perform a traffic stop, the car sped away. Thereafter, the speeding car hit a parked car, and two of the men in the Cadillac ran; the other passenger stayed behind and was detained.
Police set up a perimeter in the area around Heckle Boulevard and Crawford Road, and the Rock Hill K9 unit searched for the men. The dogs eventually lost track of the suspects, and they are allegedly still on the loose.
If you or a loved one has been charged with a crime in South Carolina, call Reeves, Aiken & Hightower, LLP for a consultation. You can contact our Baxter Village office located in Fort Mill, South Carolina at 803-548-4444, or contact us toll-free at 877-374-5999.
Apr 29, 2013 | Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Felony DUI, General, Uncategorized
In almost four months, two specific York County deputies have charged alm
ost 40 people with DUIs int he state of South Carolina. That means that those two deputies average almost 5 DUIs a month, a piece.
As this firm has discussed before, in December of last year, York County created a DUI Enforcement Team to begin the statewide crackdown on drinking and driving. The whole reason of this teams being is to target drivers who consume alcohol and then drive a car, truck, or even motorcycle.
The Sheriff’s office has released statements saying that “ the initiatives have paid off and makes the county roads safer,” thus making the Enforcement team all worthwhile.
Moreover, in addition to the 39 DUI charges, the two deputies have issued nearly 500 traffic citations. These citations range from simple seat-belt violations to speeding coupled with reckless driving.
Accordingly, the new grant money for the DUI Enforcement Team helps pay for the deputies new patrol cars, salaries, and police equipment.
There were a total of 239 DUIs issued last year, and the sheriffi’s office has reported that this is a 61% increase in DUIs from the year before.
Of the 39 DUI charges given thus far, 33 of those people have gone to court and pled guilty to either drunk driving, or a mitigated lesser charge. Sadly, these 33 people went to court without the proper legal representation.
Don’t get caught up in the court system and feel like you need to go at it alone. Sometimes it seems easier to plead guilty and have the whole thing put behind you, before you have time to really think. At Reeves,Aiken, and Hightower, LLP, we are equipped to do all the thinking for you. We can go to court for you and fight for your rights against your DUI or other traffic citation charges.
Instead of pleading guilty, contact us today at 877-374-5999 and let us do the worrying for you. Your first consultation is free.
