Chad Cheeks

A Colfax man accused of stealing equipment from a vehicle that was stolen at the Red Rock Marina has pled not guilty.

Chad Cheek, 43, faces a charge of 2nd degree theft, a class D felony. According to court records, Cheek was seen on video assisting with the theft of a vehicle and equipment from a structure near the Marina. While in custody, Cheek told a Marion County Deputy that he was unaware the vehicle was stolen.

His older brother, Charles Cheek, 48, was arrested in Polk County for his role in the theft of the vehicle. Chad’s theft charge stems from a stolen generator and air compressor worth a combined $2200.