Demarcus Davis and Roger Rodriguez Sentenced to a Combined 196 Years for the June 27, 2023, Shooting Death of Timothy Kates

February 12, 2025

On February 12, 2025, Judge Angela Warner Sims sentenced Demarcus Davis and Roger Rodriguez to a combined 196 years to be executed at the Indiana Department of Correction for the June 27, 2023, shooting death of Timothy Kates. A Madison County Circuit Court 1 jury found Demarcus Davis and Roger Rodriguez guilty of Murder, a felony, Felony Murder, a felony, and Armed Robbery, a Level 3 felony, in a joint trial concluding on January 10, 2025. Following the jury's verdict, both Davis and Rodriguez admitted to being Habitual Offenders. 

 

At sentencing, the State presented evidence from Facebook messages which were inadmissible at trial that in the months prior to the murder, Davis and Rodriguez were engaged in purchasing and selling various kinds of narcotics and several firearms. Timiah Kates, the daughter of Timothy Kates, delivered a statement regarding her father, his positive impact on his family and the people around him, as well what the loss has meant for her and her younger siblings.

 

Judge Sims imposed a maximum sentence for Murder of 65 years and a maximum sentence of 16 years for Armed Robbery to be served consecutively for both Davis and Rodriguez. Each Murder conviction was enhanced by an additional 15 years due to their criminal history as Habitual Offenders for a total of 96 years each for both Davis and Rodriguez, all to be executed at the Indiana Department of Correction. Demarcus Davis received an additional sanction for a violation on an existing case of an additional 4 years to be executed at the Indiana Department of Correction for a total sentence of 100 years. 

 

At trial, the State's case was presented by Deputy Prosecutor Jennifer Haley and Chief Deputy Prosecutor Andrew Hanna. The case was investigated by Detective Travis Thompson of the Anderson Police Department. Demarcus Davis was represented by Neal Zilliak and Roger Rodriguez was represented by Bryan Williams.

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Anthony Hoffa Sentenced to 40 Years for Child Molesting

January 29, 2026
On January 29, 2026, Judge David Happe sentenced Anthony Hoffa (40 of Lapel) to forty (40) years to be executed at the Indiana Department of Correction. Judge Happe found Hoffa to be a sexually violent predator and a credit-restricted felon, so Hoffa will have to serve at least 85% of his sentence in prison. Judge Happe also ordered Hoffa to register as a sex offender for life. On December 16, 2025, Anthony Hoffa pleaded guilty as charged to four counts: Count I, Child Molesting, a Level 1 felony; Count II, Child Molesting, a Level 1 felony; Count III, Child Molesting, a Level 4 felony; and Count IV, Child Molesting, a Level 4 felony. The State's case was presented by Deputy Prosecutor Dan Kopp. The case was investigated by Chief Kelly Naselroad of the Lapel Police Department. 

Kevin Germain, Jr., Sentenced to 50 Years for Child Molesting

January 29, 2026
On January 29, 2026, Judge Mark Dudley sentenced Kevin Germain, Jr. (43 of Anderson) to fifty (50) years to be executed the Indiana Department of Correction. Judge Dudley also found that Germain is a sexually violent predator and a credit-restricted felon, so Germain will be required to serve at least 85% of his sentence in prison, and he was ordered to register as a sex offender for life. On November 19, 2025, Germain pleaded guilty as charged to the following offenses: Count I, Child Molesting, a Level 1 felony; Count II, Child Molesting a Level 1 felony; Count III, Child Molesting, a Level 4 felony; Count IV, Child Molesting, a Level 1 felony; Count V, Child Molesting, a Level 1 felony; Count VI, Child Molesting, a Level 4 felony; Count VII, Sexual Misconduct with a Minor, a Level 4 felony; Count VIII, Sexual Misconduct with a Minor, a Level 4 felony; and Count IX, Sexual Misconduct with a Minor, a Level 5 felony. The State's case was presented by Deputy Prosecutor Dan Kopp. The case was investigated by Det. Courtney Skinner of the Anderson Police Department.

John Rady Convicted of Child Molesting

January 23, 2026
On January 23, 2026, following a three-day trial, a Madison County Circuit IV jury found John Rady (63 of Elwood) guilty of Count I: Child Molesting, a Level 1 felony; Count II: Child Molesting, a Level 4 felony, and Count III: Intimidation, a Level 6 felony. Judge David Happe ordered Rady to be remanded into the custody of the Madison County Sheriff's Department and set his sentencing for February 24, 2026, where he faces a sentence of 20-54.5 years. The State's case was presented by Deputy Prosecutors Tyler Piraino and Matt Savage. The case was investigated by Detective Ben Gosnell of the Elwood Police Department.

Mario Campos-Ordonez Convicted of Child Molesting and Other Offenses

January 15, 2026
Following a three-day trial, a Madison County Circuit IV jury found Mario Campos-Ordonez guilty of the following offenses: Count I: Child Molesting, a Level 1 felony; Count II: Child Molesting, a Level 1 felony; Count III: Child Molesting, a Level 4 felony; Count IV: Child Molesting a Level 4 felony; Count V: Sexual Misconduct with a Minor, a Level 4 felony; and Count VI: Sexual Misconduct with a Minor, a Level 5 felony. Judge David Happe ordered Campos-Ordonez to be remanded into the custody of the Madison County Sheriff's Department and set his sentencing for February 24, 2026, at 1:30 pm where he faces a sentence of 20-136 years. The State's case was presented by Deputy Prosecutors Dan Kopp and Tyler Piraino. The case was investigated by Detective Courtney Ginder of the Anderson Police Department.

MCPO Recognized During Indiana's State of the Judiciary

January 15, 2026
During her State of the Judiciary address on January 14, 2026, to a joint session of the Indiana General Assembly, Chief Justice Loretta Rush of the Indiana Supreme Court recognized Prosecutor Rodney Cummings, Chief Deputy Prosecutor Andrew Hanna, and Investigator Mitch Carroll for the Madison County Prosecutor’s Office’s work on an Educational Neglect Initiative and the real progress it’s making for kids and schools across Madison County. Educational neglect isn’t just a school issue. When students miss too much class, it quickly becomes a public safety issue putting kids at greater risk of falling behind, becoming involved in the criminal justice system, and losing opportunities that can change the trajectory of their lives. Our goal has never been punishment. It’s about support and accountability. It’s about identifying chronic absences early, partnering with schools and community resources, working with families to remove barriers, and only filing criminal charges when necessary to make sure every child gets the education they deserve. We’re grateful to Chief Justice Rush for recognizing this work on a statewide stage and we’re especially grateful to our deputy prosecutors, investigators, teachers, councilors, school administrators, and service providers who are doing the hard work of reducing truancy each and every day. Chief Justice Rush offered the following remarks:  "Our journey continues to Madison County where Prosecutor Rodney Cummings, just last year, handled 2,000 felonies, 4,000 misdemeanors, 5,000 traffic citations, 500 juvenile delinquency petitions, and hundreds of other cases. He’s proud of his reputation as being tough on crime. So with so much going on, why would he dedicate limited resources to preventing truancy? Because he knows kids who don’t graduate high school are eight times more likely to get locked up as adults. Often 80% of incarcerated adults are high school dropouts. And each dropout costs taxpayers an estimated $300,000 over a lifetime in lost taxes, incarceration, and services. Prosecutor Cummings, Chief Deputy Prosecutor Andrew Hanna, and Investigator Mitch Carroll are leading a remarkable absenteeism program. It connects families with counseling, mental health support, and intervention planning. As a child from a challenging background, including time in foster care and having attended 27 schools, Prosecutor Cummings knows firsthand that education opens doors. His program ensures that children have a chance to learn, grow, and succeed. Having spent many years on the juvenile bench in Tippecanoe County, I also believe combating truancy is critical. Guess why my truancy court started at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday mornings? To get families out of court and back to work and school. It works. And in Madison County, their program is resulting in more kids in the classroom. Thank you, Prosecutor Cummings." You can watch the full State of the Judiciary here: https://youtu.be/TaFvMRE0qRQ?si=TIJMZN8n38Ah5Aq6
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