CLINTON, Ill.
A former police officer accused of taking guns from the Clinton Police Department evidence room has waived his right to a preliminary hearing and will go on trial later this year.
Jerry Bristow, who will tried on eight felony charges and one misdemeanor, is accused of taking a target pistol and shotgun on May 12, 2008; a pistol on July 3, 2008 and a revolver on August 1, 2008.
Because the revolver was valued at less than $300, it carries the misdemeanor charge. He is also charged with six counts of official misconduct.
Bristow entered a not guilty plea during his appearance Wednesday.
Bristow, who supervised the evidence room, left the force Jan. 1. An investigation by the DeWitt County Sheriff's Department led to the discovery of the missing weapons.
Bristow is free after posting $1,000 bond.
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