Pioneer man convicted on multiple drug offenses

57 year old Gregory Hines of Pioneer, was convicted of five felony drug offenses in Williams County Common Pleas Court last week for trafficking and aggravated possession of drugs. Hines pleaded guilty to the charges after months of pretrial proceedings. Williams County Prosecutor Katherine Zartman indicates that the Prosecution will recommend six & a half years in prison at sentencing for Hines. Hines also agreed to forfeit $2,870 in cash and his interest in a vehicle used in the crimes. Hines was indicted in May for the incidents which occurred in February and April.