Felony arrests - Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Performing before minor

A Portland man was arrested Friday for performing sexual conduct in the presence of a minor.

John Clem, 73, 604 S. Western St., is charged in Jay Superior Court with a Level 6 felony.

He was being held on a $3,000 bond in Jay County Jail.

Drunk driving

A man was arrested Saturday for drunk driving.

Jesus Velazquez, 41, was preliminarily charged with a Level 6 felony for operating a vehicle while intoxicated.

He was being held on a $4,500 bond in Jay County Jail.

Nonsupport

A Dunkirk man was arrested Monday for nonsupport of a dependent child.

Nicholas C. Folkerth, 34, 317 W. Pleasant St., is charged in Jay Superior Court with a Level 6 felony. 

He was being held on $1,000 in bonds in Jay County Jail.