***UPDATE***
On September 9, 2022, Southern was served an additional outstanding order for arrest for failure to appear on August 29, 2022, for prior charges of Felony Intimidating a Witness and Felony Obstructing Justice. The magistrate issued an additional $100,000 secured bond with electronic house arrest if bonds out. A court date was set for September 19, 2022, in Randolph County District Court.
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On August 23, 2022, the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office received a report of communicating threats. The victim reported that Kevin Shawn Southern had violated orders of the court and evidence was provided. Following an investigation, charges were sought against Southern for Felony Intimidating Witness and Felony Stalking and the magistrate found probable cause based on evidence.
On September 7, 2022, Southern was apprehended on Riley Ln., Climax, by the Criminal Apprehension Team with the assistance of Patrol. He was arrested and transported to the magistrate’s office where he was served the warrant and order for arrest and was given a $100,000 secured bond with electronic house arrest if bonds out. A first appearance was set for September 8, 2022, in Randolph County District Court.
Name of Defendant:
Kevin Shawn Southern
Age: 45