Alleged repeat offender Morphin arrested, again

RITZVILLE — An accused burglar released on bail is back in the Adams County Jail facing charges in two new crimes.

Adam Morfin of Othello is being held on $25,000 bail.

He was arrested April 25 on a bench warrant for the additional crimes.

The warrant was issued April 24 for violation of court-ordered conditions of release from Adams County Jail after posting $5,000 bail.

He was initially facing charges including third-degree assault of a law enforcement officer and second-degree burglary in connection with crimes Jan. 16, Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, court records show.

He allegedly assaulted Sgt. Tho...