Rocky Wells’ 17-Count Drug Case Moves Forward

Rocky Wells, who faces 17 felony and misdemeanor charges related to an April 1 arrest involving drugs, weapons, and the alleged presence of children during criminal activity, was not present for a scheduled status hearing held June 26 in New River Township Justice Court before Judge Pro Tem Anthony Tisdale.

Senior Deputy District Attorney (SDDA) Chelsea Sanford appeared for the state, while retained defense counsel Steve Evenson appeared on Wells’ behalf. Evenson confirmed that both parties had agreed to set the matter for a preliminary hearing. The hearing is expected to take only a partial day and will be scheduled administratively. The reason for Wells’ absence was not addressed on the record.

Wells was released on his own recognizance (OR) following his April 3 initial appearance, with Judge Benjamin Trotter granting release under the strict supervision of Court Services. Trotter ordered that if Wells fails to comply with the terms of release, the court would reinstate his original bondable bail of $223,000.

Charges against Wells include possession and sale of controlled substances—among them fentanyl, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and counterfeit pills—as well as a firearm possession charge as a prohibited person. Two felony counts allege that children were present during the commission of controlled substance violations. Misdemeanor paraphernalia charges were also filed.

For the full story on Wells, read “Fentanyl, Cocaine, Cash and Guns: Fallon Man Hit With 17 Charges” online at www.thefallonpost.org.