Steve Pumphrey

Nathan Sinko

On December 20, 2020 the Clay County Sheriff's Office was dispatched to assist the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks in a trespassing call in western Clay County. Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott said upon arrival deputies arrested and charged Nathan Sinko, age 39 with possession of methamphetamine - 28 grams, trespassing and numerous misdemeanor charges. Steve Pumphrey, age 59 was also charged with possession of methamphetamine - 2 liquid syringes and trespassing.

Sinko remains incarcerated at the Clay County Detention Center with a $31,869.25 bond and a hold from the Mississippi Department of Corrections. Pumphrey's bond was set at 5,390.00. Both individuals will have their preliminary hearing in Clay County Justice Court on January 7, 2020.

Sheriff Eddie Scott stated that the investigation is ongoing and anyone with any information is encouraged to contact the Clay County Sheriff's Office at 662-494-2896 or Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers at 1-800-530-7151.