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Bargain Bail Billy Lowers His Own Bail One Day Later for Illinois Woman Accused of Road Rage Chase With Children in Car

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Shayla O. Nickerson, 28, of Round Lake Beach, Illinois
(Kenosha County Sheriff's Office)

SOMERS, Wis. — An Illinois woman accused of chasing down another vehicle with two young children inside, throwing objects at it, trying to open a passenger door and smashing off a side mirror was given a lower cash bail Wednesday by Court Commissioner William “Bargain Bail Billy” Michel II — just one day after Michel had signed an arrest warrant setting her bail at $15,000.

Shayla O. Nickerson, 28, of Round Lake Beach, Illinois
(Kenosha County Sheriff's Office)

Shayla O. Nickerson, 28, of Round Lake Beach, Illinois
(Kenosha County Sheriff's Office)

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Kevin Mathewson is a disciple of Christ, husband and a father to two wonderful children. Mathewson was born and raised in Lake County, IL and worked as a police & fire dispatcher from 2005 to 2010 in Round Lake Beach, IL. Mathewson moved to Kenosha County in 2006, later being elected to the position of Alderman of the 8th District in 2012 and 2016. Mathewson is a private investigator, security contractor, journalist, and photographer. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, camping and boating. His favorite amendment is the second, followed closely by the first. He loves his country and community.
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