SPARTA, Wis. – A man accused in the brutal death a Sparta woman in May pleaded not guilty. Shawn J. Hock, 32, was accused of first-degree murder in the death of Sara Latimer in June, plus these other charges:
> Aggravated battery with a domestic abuse enhancer, two counts.
> Disorderly conduct with a domestic abuse enhancer. two counts.
> Manufacture and or delivery of meth
> Possession of drug paraphernalia as a repeat offender.
Hoch’s plea, at an arraignment, was not guilty to all charges. The victim, Sara Latimer, was found dead in Hoch’s place in May. He called police tor report her death.
Hoch. Has waived the right to a speedy trial.