CASPER, Wyo. — A Natrona County man was sentenced to 10–12 years in prison for charges related to a sexual relationship with an underage girl. Daniel Joseph Uptain, 39, told Judge Dan Forgey, “I will willingly accept any decision you make,” after apologizing to the victim and her family. The victim spoke at sentencing and recalled […]
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Who are the judges hearing Tuesday’s corner-crossing appeal?
by Angus M. Thuermer Jr., WyoFile The judicial panel poised to hear the appeal of a corner-crossing trespass lawsuit comprises three judges appointed separately by presidents Ronald Reagan, George W. Bush and Barack Obama. The panel for the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals will hear arguments Tuesday in Denver when ranch owner Fred Eshelman will argue […]
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Natrona County Recent Arrests (5/13/24–5/14/24)
CASPER, Wyo. — Here is the latest recent arrests log for law enforcement agencies in Natrona County. The log represents law enforcement contact with suspects who were arrested, and the recommended charges against them. The arrest log is not a comprehensive document and may not represent all of the arrests made in a given time […]
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Girl dies in Tuesday morning shooting; investigation ongoing
CASPER, Wyo. — A shooting incident early Tuesday morning resulted in the death of a juvenile female, according to a Casper Police Department release. “The involved parties are in custody and witnesses are being interviewed by detectives,” the release said. The investigation is active in the area of west Casper off Robertson Road. Police are […]
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WBI’s civil rights suit on hold as parties agree to arbitration
The judge’s filing last week staying the case indicated that the parties have agreed to the arbitration process.
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Casper PD Incident Report log (5/10/24–5/13/24)
CASPER, Wyo. — Information for the Casper Police Department Incident Summary Report and Map is provided by the Casper Police Department and is published as a public service to our readers. For privacy reasons, exact addresses and certain types of calls may not be included, and certain calls may have some information withheld. The CPD […]
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Natrona County Sheriff’s Office incident report log (5/10/24–5/13/24)
CASPER, Wyo. — Information for the Natrona County Sheriff’s Office incident summary report and map is provided by the NCSO and is published as a public service to our readers. For privacy reasons, exact addresses and certain types of calls may not be included, and certain calls may have some information withheld. The NCSO Incident […]
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Natrona County Recent Arrests (5/10/24–5/13/24)
CASPER, Wyo. — Here is the latest recent arrests log for law enforcement agencies in Natrona County. The log represents law enforcement contact with suspects who were arrested, and the recommended charges against them. The arrest log is not a comprehensive document and may not represent all of the arrests made in a given time […]
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Natrona County weekly arrest report (5/3/24–5/10/24)
CASPER, Wyo. — Here are the week’s compiled arrest logs for law enforcement agencies in Natrona County. The logs represents law enforcement contact with suspects who were arrested, and the recommended charges against them. The arrest log is not a comprehensive document and may not represent all of the arrests made in a given time […]
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Man sentenced to 14–20 years on child sex abuse charges
CASPER, Wyo. — A Natrona County man maintained his innocence Friday before a district court judge handed down a 14- to 20-year sentence for second-degree sexual abuse of a minor. William Frederick Patterson, 28, was convicted on the charge by a jury in January in a trial before District Court Judge Josh Eames. That jury […]
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Natrona County District Court notebook (5/7/8/24–5/10/24)
CASPER, Wyo. — The following are arraignments, judgments and sentences rendered in in criminal cases in Natrona County District Court, with links to additional coverage of cases. This is not a comprehensive log and is based on hearings attended by Oil City News, filings provided by the clerk of district court, and information provided by […]
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Casper PD Incident Report log (5/9/24–5/10/24)
CASPER, Wyo. — Information for the Casper Police Department Incident Summary Report and Map is provided by the Casper Police Department and is published as a public service to our readers. For privacy reasons, exact addresses and certain types of calls may not be included, and certain calls may have some information withheld. The CPD […]
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Natrona County Sheriff’s Office incident report log (5/9/24–5/10/24)
CASPER, Wyo. — Information for the Natrona County Sheriff’s Office incident summary report and map is provided by the NCSO and is published as a public service to our readers. For privacy reasons, exact addresses and certain types of calls may not be included, and certain calls may have some information withheld. The NCSO Incident […]
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Natrona County Recent Arrests (5/9/24–5/10/24)
CASPER, Wyo. — Here is the latest recent arrests log for law enforcement agencies in Natrona County. The log represents law enforcement contact with suspects who were arrested, and the recommended charges against them. The arrest log is not a comprehensive document and may not represent all of the arrests made in a given time […]
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Casper PD Incident Report log (5/8/24–5/9/24)
CASPER, Wyo. — Information for the Casper Police Department Incident Summary Report and Map is provided by the Casper Police Department and is published as a public service to our readers. For privacy reasons, exact addresses and certain types of calls may not be included, and certain calls may have some information withheld. The CPD […]
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Natrona County Circuit Court initial appearances (5/8/8/24–5/9/24)
CASPER, Wyo. — Provided below are the defendants and charges from appearances in Natrona County Circuit Court on Tuesday and Wednesday. All defendants entering not guilty pleas or charged with felonies are presumed innocent until convicted or pleading guilty. Charges may be amended in future proceedings. Pleas on felony charges are not entered in circuit […]
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Riverton man arrested after woman found dead in burning home
Detectives were called in after signs of accelerants were found in the home, Riverton PD said.
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Natrona County Sheriff’s Office incident report log (5/7/24–5/9/24)
CASPER, Wyo. — Information for the Natrona County Sheriff’s Office incident summary report and map is provided by the NCSO and is published as a public service to our readers. For privacy reasons, exact addresses and certain types of calls may not be included, and certain calls may have some information withheld. The NCSO Incident […]
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Natrona County Recent Arrests (5/8/24–5/9/24)
CASPER, Wyo. — Here is the latest recent arrests log for law enforcement agencies in Natrona County. The log represents law enforcement contact with suspects who were arrested, and the recommended charges against them. The arrest log is not a comprehensive document and may not represent all of the arrests made in a given time […]
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State files claim on Casper homicide suspect’s $494,303 of alleged drug money
The state says the money was accumulated and used in the furtherance of a marijuana-dealing conspiracy, and is therefore subject to immediate forfeiture.
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Crime Clips: Officer impersonation, milk thief at large, malicious mischief
While officers were investigating, the woman reportedly called 911 multiple times to say she would find and kill the suspects herself.
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Suspected killer ends own life in Vedauwoo area following multi-agency pursuit
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger of harming themselves, please call 911. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, call the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or text “WYO” to 741-741 for the Crisis Text Line. CHEYENNE, Wyo. — A Colorado man, suspected of homicide, was […]
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Man accused of strangulation homicide at motel pleads not guilty
A bloody lamp was found in Mavigliano’s duffel bag; police believe he used the cord to strangle the victim.
