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Five Men Charged in Prostitution Sting, Including Reverend Save Email Print
Posted: 8:46 PM May 29, 2008
 Last Updated: 1:10 AM May 30, 2008
 Reporter: Dave Benton
Email Address: dave.benton@wsaz.com
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HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) -- It was a prostitution sting of a different kind in Huntington Thursday afternoon: a female police officer posed as a prostitute.

Police arrested five men who they say broke the law and asked for sex in exchange for money.

It took just two hours for police to find the accused "johns." Officers say the men were tape recorded asking an undercover female police officer for sex.

Here are the named of the five accused:
+ Henry Clark, 46 of Huntington
+ Michael Rogers, 35 of Huntington
+ Ernest Smith, 54 of Barboursville
+ Cody Hinkle, 19 of Chesapeake, Ohio
+ Reverend Calvin Perry of Kenova

All five men faced a city judge for their arraignment. Those who pleaded not guilty will have a trial.

Police say all five men were charged with soliciting for prostitution and Michael Rogers was also charged with indecent exposure.

During this undercover operation, police say even though they arrested five people, several other men in cars were swarming around like "vultures."

The areas targeted for the undercover sting were in the Fairfield West area and the corner of 4th Street and 6th Avenue.
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Posted by: Dreama and Family on Jun 11, 2008 at 07:42 PM
Just wanted to say Thank You to Amanda, Jennifer, Donna, Pattsie,Chris, and others whether you gave your name or not in all your support for my dad. God knows who you are ,anonymous or not for your comments good or bad. I'm sure that God knows all of your hearts too and we all have to answer to God and be judged for our wrongs when the time comes because we all make mistakes one way or another for none of us are perfect but GOD. Remember this before you are quick to judge someone before you know all the facts and the whole truth. I continue to pray daily for my dad and mom to give them strength to recover in this matter and appreciate all of your support whoever you are. May God Bless and pray that his will be done. We Love You Dad and Mom and will be in our thoughts and prayers always. Love, Dreama and Family
Posted by: Dreama and Family on Jun 11, 2008 at 07:28 PM
To Herald Dispatch and all other news team reporters: If you can't get the whole truth and all the facts straight then don't bother publishing it in your paper or broadcasting it on the news for the public to see and hear or read about. Check your facts and resources before you make mistakes like this one and ruin a person's reputation and character that speaks for itself over the years for anyone who truly knows my dad. He is a very honest and fair man to all who know or don't know him and has always given the benefit of the doubt to others and listens to both sides of the story before making any decision or try to judge someone of wrong doing. If my dad is guilty of something then he will say he is wrong and ask for forgiveness from that person and God. Like I said previously, God knows his heart, soul, and mind and what he was trying to do the Lord's work when this incident happened. It's a shame that this has happened and I pray for him and my dear mom each day that they recover.
Posted by: Dreama on Jun 11, 2008 at 07:11 PM
To Joy and others who are afraid to put your name on your comments but are quick to judge my dad and others, I can't speak for the others but I know without even hearing the tape that he is innocent because the undercover prostitute approached my dad before he even parked his car to walk in the area to witness to any of them and wouldn't let her in his car or any body else from that area unless he knew them. Thank God his doors were locked on the car and he didn't roll down his window any further as he couldn't half hear what she was saying anyway since he is hard of hearing and normally wears his hearing aids when he goes to church meetings but not for every day cause they are so sensitive and start ringing a lot but the police dept. doesn't tell those facts, just what a reporter or someone from the police dept. says instead of trying to get the real truth in this matter. Anyone that knows my dad knows of his hearing problems and speaks for itself on his behalf. God knows his heart.
Posted by: m on Jun 6, 2008 at 10:01 AM
if all these men did nothing wrong why were they down there i can think of a lot of things that the police dept could make up other than going after a little old man its great to love your grandfather or father but just love and forgive but dont ignore the facts admit what has happened and go on
Posted by: Amanda on Jun 4, 2008 at 02:59 AM
Again I am the proud the granddaughter of Calvin Perry and I can't say that enough....He is the best person that anyone could ever know. To anonymous: Yes I actually believe that the police department made all of it up just to humiliate a preacher....they love to do that....I know I am right when I say what goes around comes around...cause one day it will happen to you. Are you afraid to post your name or what? If you are going to leave comments at least post your name. Just like my wonderful aunt said "did you hear the tape or were you there? I think not so you don't have any reason to judge...To Pattsie: Thank you so much for your appreciation....everyone that knows my grandpa like you do would know that he would never do anything like this....MY GRANDPA WILL BE PROVEN INNOCENT! To everyone who leaves horrible comments I WILL PRAY FOR YOU! I LOVE MY GRANDPA AND HE IS THE WORLD'S BEST GRANDPA!
Posted by: pattsie on Jun 4, 2008 at 12:07 AM
Ihave know the Rev Perry and his family for 21 years and there is no finer man than what Calvin Perry is . He is a true faithful man of God. His family are good christain people.( Rev Perry said he is innosent and i believe it with all my heart.) And God will take care of his own. To many people just want to get on here and say thing that they know nothing about . ___And Rev PERRY WILL BE PROVEN INOCENT.So be careful what you say because it will come back to haunt you and you'll haft to ask god to forgive you.
Posted by: Anonymous on Jun 3, 2008 at 02:04 PM
Ladies you are the ones who do not have the facts..or else you choose to ignore them. Do you really believe the police department just made all this up to humiliate Mr. Perry and those other men? They watched these men carefully for months before catching them. You're so right when you say what comes around goes around! God will not be mocked!
Posted by: DONNA on Jun 3, 2008 at 01:05 AM
TO ISAAC,KAYE P.,AND SISTER: YOU ARE SO QUICK TO JUDGE A SITUATION THAT YOU DO NOT HAVE THE TRUE FACTS ON. IT'S OBVIOUS THAT YOU REALLY NEED GOD IN YOUR LIFE SO I'M GOING TO SHARE A BIBLE VERSE WITH YOU: FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD THAT HE GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON(JESUS)THAT WHOSOEVER(EVEN YOU ALL)BELIEVETH IN HIM SHALL NOT PERISH BUT HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE. YOU REALLY NEED JESUS IN YOUR LIFE SO BOTH MY CHURCH AND MYSELF WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU.
Posted by: Dreama on Jun 3, 2008 at 12:51 AM
To Pablo: I am the daughter of the Rev. Perry and would like to comment on what you said about these men ought to pay for sex like the rest of us do; a wedding ring and then a sentence of 40 to 50 year of continued punishment. If that's the way you feel about marriage, sounds like you married the wrong person and are in a loveless marriage and I feel sorry for you cause we all know if you are that unhappy in a marriage or relationship then you can easily get out! It's called DIVORCE! You are so wrong about my dad cause he loves my mother with all his heart and soul and has been happily married for 55 years now and a host of family and friends who support him no matter what you or anybody else thinks. Nobody is perfect except GOD! Thank God that me and my sister grew up in a loving,caring,and Godly christian home and I am proud of my dad and my mother for all the love, honesty, support and caring advice given in my lifetime even when I thought they were wrong. Thanks Mom and Dad.
Posted by: Dreama on Jun 3, 2008 at 12:29 AM
To Daryl: where did you hear or read that ole' Rev Perry stated: I'm not guilty I was just layin' hands on her to heal her! I am the Rev Perry's daughter and have not seen or heard this statement anywhere. Did you make it up or what? Cause I know my dad better than you do and that doesn't even sound like something he would say. It is bad enough that the news channel and the newspapers have taken this story way out of proportion and can't even get their facts straight on the news or in the papers. Funny, that my dad was the only one of all the accused that was ever interviewed for any comments because they want to boost their ratings for the papers or the tv stations. Ever heard of innocent until proven guilty? Anyone who knows my dad knows that his character speaks for itself and is innocent of this ridiculous charge against him. My dad would not have been in any area unless it was the Lord's will for him to be there and God knows his heart, soul,and mind that he is innocent.
Posted by: Dreama on Jun 2, 2008 at 11:55 PM
I am one of the daughters of the accused Rev. Calvin Perry. To Suzie Q If you know Mr. Perry so well then you would know that he would never be doing anything like what he is being accused of because you say the proof is there so he deserves what he's getting, well where's the socalled proof? were u there? have u heard the tape the police supposedly have? If you know Mr. Perry you know what kind of man and a preacher he is and the type of character he has had his entire life. I am shocked and ashamed of whoever you are to judge aperson without hearing and seeing all the evidence before being so quick to judge and accuse.All I can say for you is what comes around also goes around and you reap what you sow so be careful what you say and do yourself you just might find yourself in an innocent situation like Mr. Perry. My father is the greatest father a daughter, son-in-law, and grandfather a person could ever have and God knows the truth and my family is proud to have him in our family.
Posted by: Amanda on Jun 1, 2008 at 11:53 PM
To everyone who has smart comments to make: I don't appreciate the smart and ignorant comments that people have been making and until you have common sense enough to quit leaving them I will not quit leaving mine....For those of you who have called me ignorant...I really don't think you know what the meaning of the word is because i am sure not....I love my Grandpa with all of my heart....HE IS INNOCENT ALL THE WAY! When you get older you know you don't hear as well.....You know one day that will be you and some people will be making fun of you...so what goes around comes around....ENOUGH OF THE "YOU SHOULD HAVE BEEN HOME READING YOUR BIBLE" or WHAT CHURCH DOES HE PREACH AT?" IGNORANT PEOPLE...when will you learn to keep your mouth shut! I LOVE MY GRANDPA!
Posted by: another reader on Jun 1, 2008 at 10:18 PM
Why someone would bring Bill Clinton into this story I'll never understand.
Posted by: DJ on Jun 1, 2008 at 02:09 PM
Where does this guy preach?
Posted by: KayeP on Jun 1, 2008 at 02:07 PM
I'm amazed that some people think this is a "victimless" crime. Do you not realize that prostitution puts money in the hands of the drug dealers who are ruining our city? These guys (Rev.Perry included) are handing money over to these crackheads so they can go buy more dope. They deserve to be prosecuted! Of course the family is in denial. This is going to be so hard on them when they finally realize the truth.
Posted by: sister on Jun 1, 2008 at 10:03 AM
Hey people its good that they put reverend calvin perry. Now you know he works for the devil instead of JESUS. People of that church better thank god that the truth came out!!!
Posted by: cleaner city on Jun 1, 2008 at 09:36 AM
Why is everyone always saying things about the new chief of police? Maybe he is arresting hookers and small drug dealers but hes doing more than any other chief of police has done. At least he is trying to clean up the streets of Huntington one skank at a time. I feel if u get the hookers and small dealers off the streets the big dealers won't have anyone to sell for them. My hat is off to Skip for a job well done and keep up the good work. I'm glad they finally did a sting on the men buying hookers because i have a friend who just happens to live in a neighborhood where the hookers are working everyday and my friend can't even go out and mow her yard for the pervs stopping and offering her money for services. Like i said job well done and keep it up.
Posted by: Rico on Jun 1, 2008 at 07:12 AM
So, I'm curious.... what was the Sunday service like?
Posted by: Kasee Krazee on Jun 1, 2008 at 06:02 AM
This still isn't me! I ain't no Duct Tape Bandit!
Posted by: Isaac on Jun 1, 2008 at 05:19 AM
This is crazy,everyone knows these guys are gonna plead guilty to this and fade out of the picture!These women on here claiming his innocents are doing what family should do ," I guess " which is stand behind there family.So as the great Jerry springer-not Falwell people- would say , It is now time for my finale thought as this exciting and tragic story comes to an end, people of all walks of life need to be loved as well as preachers, doctors and any other profession out there, the truth is we are all humans going through this life in the pursuit of a better way of life and each man and woman must give an account one day to his or her higher power on the things and people they used along the way to obtain this goal so as a fair and impartial society we should all leave the judgeing up to those who are capable of not being judged themselves for when its all said and done who except the Big man upstairs can say "I'm perfect". God bless you all! More Jerry Springer at block buster folks!!
Posted by: Anonymous on Jun 1, 2008 at 04:09 AM
Wow how gross!! Yuck!
Posted by: mike on May 31, 2008 at 11:20 PM
seem's like every time there is a story about sex someone has to bring clinton into it. what clinton did was none of are concern. and about prostitution if they dont have any more respect for there self's that who care's any way.and as far as the police how many of them would admit to picking up a prostitution.dont think it dont happen.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 31, 2008 at 10:20 PM
If the rev. says he's innocent then i believe him. i know everyone will call me out on that but thats my opinion. you are entitled to your own. its human nature to think the worst of someone. but easy on the hurtful comments
Posted by: sharon on May 31, 2008 at 09:45 PM
that's exactly what's wrong with our world today (the reverend) You can't find an honest preacher nowhere. I know everyone isn't a saint, but if you can't live by the Book, don't try to preach about It either.
Posted by: Guyandotte on May 31, 2008 at 09:22 PM
We should all chat sometime and bash the HPD, theyre so easy. Kinda funny, but seriously scary when it comes down to it our police force is incompatent....
Posted by: Guyandotte on May 31, 2008 at 09:15 PM
I agree with Eric, HPD at its finest I must admit.. Come on Skip ( Holbrook ) lets catch some real criminals like murderers or Detroit crack dealers. I have to say that here recently I have seen the HPD stopping people for stopping past a stop sign. Is it just me or are the HPD great at catching people for "PETTY" stuff like this but cant solve a quaddruple homicide from however many years ago? Pityful!!!!
Posted by: sambo on May 31, 2008 at 08:38 PM
As I've said before:"If they had all been home studying their Sunday School lesson, this never would have happened."
Posted by: Paul on May 31, 2008 at 07:04 PM
Sounds Like HPD has a lot of idle time on thier hands. Possibly they need some re-training on how to solve homicides.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 31, 2008 at 04:04 PM
this is a stupid question but was the hpd dressed as a man or woman these days ya never know looking at the backs of these men in the picture they dont show the faces but have you seen the hpd women i wonder what the wifes look like
Posted by: eric on May 31, 2008 at 02:13 PM
they don't want to talk about those some real police work, or a little effort might be needed.
Posted by: kristi on May 31, 2008 at 01:24 PM
Today some girls soliciting prostitution arrested also. Whew! Thank goodness there won't be any random oral sex going on in Huntington. Hey, how's the murder investigations going?!
Posted by: anonymous on May 31, 2008 at 01:19 PM
How are those unsolved murder investigations going through all this???
Posted by: Brian on May 31, 2008 at 01:07 PM
The good ol Rev. was only there to help those poor lost soles (prostitutes). He was there to conduct a prayer meeting with them :-)
Posted by: To Anonymous at 8:08 AM on May 31, 2008 at 01:03 PM
To the person who is confused about the Bible. The Bible does speak against prostitution in the Old testament and how, if caught, the man and woman were to be stoned to death. Jesus did spare a prostitute in the New Testament when she was caught in the act. Look in Leviticus and Deuteronomy for God's laws on sexual morality and Paul spoke often about the sins of adultery, lasciviousness, and fornication in the New Testament. There's plenty in the Bible explaining why these acts are sinful. I can't believe someone out there is questioning this when Bibles are so plentiful in our country to tell us how to live.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 31, 2008 at 12:13 PM
Katrina get a life and better yet get a job. You're no worse than anyone else on here whose petty coat is gonna get snipped when they attempt to go through the pearly gate. You have too much time on your hands. Idle hands are the devils workshop and you're living proof sweetheart
Posted by: Charlie on May 31, 2008 at 10:20 AM
These guys look like some real ruff customers. Real bad hombres , I feel safer now that they are in trouble with their families & their employment. The more life's that are destroyed the safer the community feels, that's not reality.
Posted by: eric on May 31, 2008 at 10:08 AM
how many unsolved murders do we have still on the books in huntington, is anyone still trying to solve them or are they just being pushed aside hoping everyone will forget about them
Posted by: Anonymous on May 31, 2008 at 09:16 AM
Dad always told me to beware of country preachers and back-alley mechanics.
Posted by: TRUST on May 31, 2008 at 08:26 AM
AND JUST WHO DO YOU TRUST THESE DAYS!!!I DONT TRUST NO BODY !NOT EVEN THE POLICE THEY LIE TO YOU FIRST!!
Posted by: Anonymous on May 31, 2008 at 08:08 AM
where in the bible does it say you cant buy sex
Posted by: JL on May 31, 2008 at 07:44 AM
Why onley one ocupation listed for one person. Whatever
Posted by: Anonymous on May 31, 2008 at 07:34 AM
All of you people who are saying hurtful things about Mr. Perry and Amanda are sick. You all need to stop and think about your own salvation. It is not us to judge anyone. Innocent until proven guilty. They are all good people and I am sure this is a difficult time for them. Instead of ridiculing Mr. Perry and his family, you should be praying for them. Shame on all of you! I will be praying for you!!!!!
Posted by: OnceInGrace on May 31, 2008 at 07:12 AM
Maybe he believes in the once in grace always in grace B.S. I grew up around a bunch of them folks and they said because they were saved they could do whatever they wanted and god would forgive them. Maybe god will forgive him but it looks like the Huntington police isn't going to be so forgiving.
Posted by: RoaneCo. on May 31, 2008 at 06:35 AM
Your right Katrina. I'm sure it was just one big set up. A fine upstanding preacher wouldn't be doing something like this.
Posted by: confused on May 31, 2008 at 12:37 AM
to the grandaughters and friends of the family who claim he is innocent...that he was at the wrong place at the wrong time...or that you know the real story...fill us all in...what is his argument or his real story...why was he there at the wrong time and what do you think really happened!?
Posted by: Casey on May 31, 2008 at 12:12 AM
I'm lovin this story,I agree with Zeek.Do the hand jive if you can't any. ROTFLMAO!!
Posted by: Joe on May 31, 2008 at 12:02 AM
Maybe ol reverend was just trying to use his "stimulus package"
Posted by: ADP on May 30, 2008 at 11:59 PM
What's amusing about so many of the comments here is how so-called Christians are quick to pass judgment on others but when one of their own flock gets in trouble, it's suddenly wrong to judge. Looks like denial ain't just a river in Egypt.
Posted by: Katrina on May 30, 2008 at 11:46 PM
To RoaneCo: Yes I did indeed read the article and I know in fact that she posed as a prostitute. Was u there in when all came down? No u wasn't or were u on the other corner? I know what happened and at the end the truth will all come out and u can smear it all over ur face!! And to everyone out there dogging Amanda -Grow Up!! You all act like abunch of pre-schoolers! I had your husband lastnight!!
Posted by: nightshade on May 30, 2008 at 10:55 PM
This is to amanda: It is nice that you love and think of your grandfather so well, especially after all the stuff people have been posting. He is lucky to have a granddaughter like you and I hope that he appreciates it.
Posted by: DONNA on May 30, 2008 at 10:04 PM
TO ANITA,KATIE, AND ALL OF YOU MAKING THESE INSULTING COMMENTS--YOU ARE GUILTY OF VERBALLY AND EMOTIONALLY HARASSING A YOUNG LADY AND HER FAMILY. YOUR SELF-ESTEEM IS SO LOW THAT YOU HAVE TO PUT HER AND HER FAMILY DOWN TO MAKE YOURSELF FEEL BIG. BET YOU WOULDN'T HAVE THE GUTS TO COME DO IT IN PERSON--I NOTICE YOU DON'T HAVE THE GUTS TO PUT YOUR REAL NAMES ON HERE. I AM SICK OF YOUR LIES!
Posted by: RoaneCo. on May 30, 2008 at 09:42 PM
Hey Katrina, you might want to read the story again. "A female police officer posed as a prostitute".
Posted by: J on May 30, 2008 at 09:27 PM
There was an easy way for them to get away with it: murder. HPD would not be able to solve it if it happened in front of them.
Posted by: dave on May 30, 2008 at 08:44 PM
Amanda hate to bust your bubble but if the cops have it on tape he is Guilty as charged of the crime.I know you don't want to think this but it's true.And I know your a church goer but the judge that is going to hand down his verdict is not GOD.This judge wears a black robe and holds the gavel.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 30, 2008 at 08:29 PM
reverends need love too.
Posted by: Isaac on May 30, 2008 at 08:24 PM
To Donna; Get a grip here and stop letting these comments get to you,best thing to do is not even log on this page!But I can tell you now that all of the police stings like this are recorded by more than one source,usually by the informant and straight through to the captain who is recording as he listens! No room for mistakes!!If they arrested him you can bet he asked for the goods and he is guilty!!The shame is he has embarresed you and violated everyones trust!!He is getting what he deserves and does not need to be supported by anyone!! OPEN YOUR EYES FOR GODS' SAKE!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Anonymous on May 30, 2008 at 07:54 PM
Why do the "johns" goto city court for soliciting prostitution and the females goto magistrate court and then to jail for at least 60 days on a first offense?
Posted by: rob on May 30, 2008 at 05:25 PM
i guess the drug and murder and assualt problems are over now its time for hpd to go after harden criminals.
Posted by: Christal L. Merritt on May 30, 2008 at 05:05 PM
I have known Calvin Perry my entire life. Some of you act as if your salvation depends on another individuals mistake. If so, you have no hope and are going to burn in "HELL" anyways. Why are we concerned about a man gettting sex, but we allow our children to be sodimized, raped, and screwed in every way imaginable? Our area is ate up with DRUGS and you are worried about somebody paying to get sex. Somewhere in this lies the truth, but where? As a community we were so excited that they found "johns" in Huntington. These people will answer to a higher power one day, but won't we all. Think about what we have set back and allowed our leaders to get away with in this country. Think about the things we have allowed people to get away with in this life and have turned our back to it, because "WE don't want to get involved." But yet we are ready to set in judgment on others. "Judge not least ye be judged by the same judgment."
Posted by: Jennifer on May 30, 2008 at 04:07 PM
This is the other proud granddaughter of Calvin Perry. I know for a fact that he is innocent, none of you can judge him because you don't know anything about him. I feel sorry for those of you who think he is guilty, just to get some excitment in your life. He is 100% innocent and we all know he has done nothing wrong at all. I stand behind him no matter what is said.
Posted by: Katrina on May 30, 2008 at 03:45 PM
Whose to say that she turned to the MEN first but didn't record it until they had spoken. Ever thought of that. I know there are alot of police officers out there screwing around. I seen it first hand. So HE HE HA HA
Posted by: booger on May 30, 2008 at 03:37 PM
Most "johns" are creepy old men. Put them in jail.
Posted by: DONNA on May 30, 2008 at 03:32 PM
LISTEN UP PEOPLE...IF YOU DONT THINK PROSTITION HURTS ANYONE....LET ME TELL YOU A SHORT BUT TRUE STORY...IN A MAXIMUM SECURITY PRISON THERE IS A WOMEN WHO IS SERVING 40 FLAT YEARS FOR BEING HIV POSTIIVE WHO HAD TRANSMITTED THE DISEASE TO OVER 100 PEOPLE...NOT TO MENTION THIER SPOUSES, GIRLFRIENDS OR SIGNIFICANT OTHERS...THINK ABOUT THIS....THIS IS A TRUE STORY....AND THEY ARE FROM RIGHT HERE IN WV...FORMER PRISON GAURD
Posted by: Linda on May 30, 2008 at 03:21 PM
A friend of mine was doing research for a thesis at Marshall and was shocked to find that Huntington has one of the highest rates of AIDS in the nation. That being the case, I think it's past time for these idiots to be arrested before they take their STD's home to unsuspecting wives and girlfriends.
Posted by: Amanda on May 30, 2008 at 02:22 PM
To everyone: About the recording....you know how the law is if they accuse you with something that is what you are charged with. Therefore you don't know if they are telling the truth or not because the HPD is not for criminals, they are liars. HPD doesn't care about people who are getting killed, selling drugs, or anything else. Also to everyone is laughing, your day is coming one day....trust me! MY GRANDPA IS INNOCENT!
Posted by: Chad on May 30, 2008 at 02:19 PM
If the preacher was in the wrong place at the wrong time...why in the heck did he have viagra in his pocket? I bet this Sunday's service at his church will be "Peter's Rising" LOL
Posted by: Jessica on May 30, 2008 at 01:56 PM
I'm sure I would be 100% upset if this was my grandfather. So, I understand Amanda's point on that. However, if things are "caught on tape" how could they not be guilty? I don't understand how someone could say that they are not guilty if they really are caught on tape asking for sexual favors. I hope for the family & the church's sake that he would be innocent - but it just doesn't seem to add up at all. I'm not trying to bad mouth either side - but I'm just stating the facts of the story here.
Posted by: Jim on May 30, 2008 at 01:47 PM
Prostitution is a "victimless crime". I'm certain that the resources of the HPD could be put to better use.
Posted by: to joe on May 30, 2008 at 01:32 PM
at the first baptist bar & grill lol!!!
Posted by: Philip on May 30, 2008 at 01:17 PM
Amanda,your grandfather was caught on tape, he was trying to buy sex.He has betrayed God,his congregation,and his family.Now lets hear the,no ones perfect,etc speech,your grandfather is the lowest of the low.Hope he gets his due in hell.
Posted by: wildbill on May 30, 2008 at 01:05 PM
The Lord givith and the Lord takith away.Sex is the forbidden fruit.
Posted by: SuzieQ on May 30, 2008 at 12:56 PM
Prostitution and drug related crimes go hand in hand. I'm so glad the HPD is finally doing something about this mess! I know Calvin Perry and am shocked that he'd be involved in such a thing. However, the proof is there so he deserves what he's getting. He's a grown man and knew exactly what he was getting himself into. I hate it for his family though..they're good people.
Posted by: Daryl on May 30, 2008 at 12:20 PM
As ole' Rev. Perry stated: I'm not guilty I was just layin' hands on her to heal her!
Posted by: Bill on May 30, 2008 at 12:09 PM
Perhaps Rev. Perry was looking for his personal Mary Magdalene?
Posted by: Pablo on May 30, 2008 at 12:08 PM
These men ought to pay for sex like the rest of us do; a wedding ring and then a sentence of 40 to 50 year of continued punishment. A night in jail and a small fine may be better than the ball and chain I'm stuck with. It is interesting a pastor is involved in all this. I'll bet he's a registered Republican. But it is nice to know that Huntington P. D. is protecting their citizens from the dangerous, shall we say, "working women." Murderers, robbers, and rapists I can handle, but when I see these street walkers...well, I just glad they are getting them off the streets. Now lets hope the Huntington P. D. gets their butts over at the YMCA. Last week I seen a dude I know must have been on steroids. As we all know, roiders are a danger to the public too. So, lets let the herion, crack, coke users go and go after the real criminal, the roider.
Posted by: Gary on May 30, 2008 at 12:04 PM
Amanda! Your grandad was caught! Plain and simple! Are you that ignorant just because hes a Reverend? Its ok if its anyone thats not related to you. Hey, he may be molesting kids from his church???
Posted by: ann on May 30, 2008 at 12:02 PM
Thats a good way for your wife to find out what you've been doing with your money LOL
Posted by: nlj on May 30, 2008 at 11:32 AM
AMANDA,what reason would your grandfather have in a place that is crawling with drugs and hookers,if he wasn't there for one of those reasons?I'm glad to see them doing these stings,these lowlifes walk up to cars and priss around watching every car that drives up the street,they make me sick,its all day and all night 7 days a week,I grew up in that area and now its nothing but trashy girls and druggies,I hope they keep doing stings and embarrass a few more,so their family's can see what their money is being spent on.
Posted by: Frankly on May 30, 2008 at 11:12 AM
Amanda, you just don't know what hormones does to old geesers like this, count yourself lucky these kind of people abuse family members too..
Posted by: to amanda on May 30, 2008 at 10:39 AM
if he is innocent then are you saying the other men are as well. it sounds to me, he is just a pervert. but I ain't hatin.
Posted by: Little boy blue on May 30, 2008 at 10:37 AM
Thank God he is a baptist, if he had been a priest then he would have been caught soliticing a little boy.
Posted by: booger on May 30, 2008 at 10:25 AM
These guys must be pretty pathetic to have to pay for sex. At least none of them were teachers...
Posted by: Joy on May 30, 2008 at 10:08 AM
Dont say the so called preacher is not guilty...If they have him on tape requesting a sexual act then how in this world can you swear he's not guilty and these are false accusations.....thats ridiculous...if it you view the tape and hear what he says then what are you going to say... Its a sad situation..and denial doesnt change the facts..
Posted by: Rico on May 30, 2008 at 09:59 AM
"I know he is not guilty of these false accusations against him." Ummm... what more proof do you need?
Posted by: Bonnie on May 30, 2008 at 09:58 AM
Let me just stay prostitution is against the law. Just like selling drugs. Robbing a bank. Killing someone. I don't think you should make fun of what these men look like or what their jobs are. These are me with families, whom are probably hurting deeply right now. Right is right and wrong is wrong. We all know that. To Amanda, yes there is one judge when we speak of Judging, that is God. However, here on earth we do have judges who determine punishments for violations of the law. If your grandfather is guilty he should be prosecuted, but not persecuted. As far as it goes, I do not see anything of any humor here. My heart goes out to the wives, children, grandchildren, and any other family members they have hurt and betrayed. I feel sorry even for those who have been caught, because in their hearts they know if they are guilty or not. It is a large price to pay to have your name and reputation tarnished. It's very hard to get them back once they are gone.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 30, 2008 at 09:57 AM
well im going to take a guess if it was an undercover cop i dout there going to lie if they was also taped. undercover cops know what there doing. you got to be stupid anyways to want anything
Posted by: CONCERNED on May 30, 2008 at 09:32 AM
It is scandals like this that keep people away from church. Do you think he is serving God or the Devil. What church would allow him to lead a service knowing he was wanting to buy sex. I wonder how many services he had lead preaching against fornication. I agree he should have been reading the bible. Being honorable does not get you into heaven. MAY GOD HAVE MERCY ON HIS SOUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: ANGRY on May 30, 2008 at 09:20 AM
To Amanda----Maybe Papaw needs to repent his sins.
Posted by: Mark on May 30, 2008 at 09:18 AM
Great work HPD....wasting hard earned tax dollars to entrap a few hapless men. Clear evidence we have too many cops on the payroll!
Posted by: chris on May 30, 2008 at 09:06 AM
its illegal because they cant tax it...
Posted by: Anonymous on May 30, 2008 at 09:04 AM
its against the law because they cant tax it...
Posted by: Katie on May 30, 2008 at 08:56 AM
Amanda.... your dear ol' grandfather was caught on tape soliciting sex. He is guilty and im sure that will be proven. How do you know that he isnt using the church money to get some booty!! Are you his accountant??
Posted by: Mary on May 30, 2008 at 08:23 AM
It's things like the reverend getting busted yesterday in the prostitution ring that puts a black mark on the christians. It doesn't matter how he pleads God knows all about it.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 30, 2008 at 08:14 AM
I dont know any of these men, but I too am wondering why they singled him out? Who cares if he is a preacher. Hes human and we all make mistakes.
Posted by: Real solutions on May 30, 2008 at 08:09 AM
I have said for years that you eliminate the demand and the suppliers will go elsewhere. Now why don't you apply this method to all of the drug users!? The users are the ones creating the demand and commiting the crimes to get more money for their drugs. Don't slap people like this with a fine and turn them back out on the streets just so you can arrest them again later for the same old thing and make a little more money for the city. Sentence them to some sort of REAL rehabilitation center for their problem and don't turn them loose until they are rehabilitated! Guaranteed that when the demand bottoms out, the suppliers will go elsewhere. Why do you think electric blanket salesmen don't set up in Hell?
Posted by: Charles on May 30, 2008 at 08:02 AM
If the reverand makes it to church sunday,I wonder what he will tell his flock?
Posted by: john on May 30, 2008 at 07:48 AM
to amanda. bla bla bla bla
Posted by: amy on May 30, 2008 at 07:13 AM
To Anonymous that posted at May 30, 2008 at 12:57a.m. Good point. Anyone care to explain?
Posted by: Anita on May 30, 2008 at 06:46 AM
To Amanda: If he were innocent I would have sympathy for you. However he was being recorded. Busted!! Most "johns" try to lie when they are caught, that's why they were on tape. Let this be a lesson to you my dear. There are consequences for our actions. Surely as a Grandfather and a Rev. he has told you that at least once in your life. Maybe this is the Lord's way of bringing his sin to light so he can get some help for himself. We will pray for you and your family.
Posted by: unknown on May 30, 2008 at 05:46 AM
What a disgrace for the families.....
Posted by: to AMANDA on May 30, 2008 at 05:20 AM
I think you need to get your head out of the sand, it is recorded, he is guilty!your poor Grandmother, I feel for all the wives here if there was any.guess the poor pathetic guys out there better be more careful next time!!
Posted by: Reality Check on May 30, 2008 at 05:05 AM
I sense some Hypocrisy Amanda.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 30, 2008 at 03:35 AM
Let's take up a collection offering to get Calvin Perry another woman. A woman that won't wear a wire and solcit him for sex. B/C this one would have already been paid. Nevertheless-- as funny and yet sad as this all is, we can't yet declare judgement until the evidence has been released. Anyway of getting ahold of the audio WSZ? Sure would be a hit!
Posted by: samm on May 30, 2008 at 03:16 AM
Protition is a crime the same as drugs is. Im so happy to see the HPD caught a few of the men in the act of trying to buy sex and published their names for us all the world to see. This story made me actually laugh out loud, I loved it and so glad WSAZ aired it. Maybe this will teach a lot of men to stay home or stick to manual labor. HAHAHAHAHA!! GO HUNTINGTON PD.
Posted by: Ed on May 30, 2008 at 03:10 AM
If the wives had been taking care of their "home work" maybe they wouldn't been busted looking for sex
Posted by: cob on May 30, 2008 at 02:55 AM
Yeah well let'em have it. The mayor gets it off me once a week when I'm forced to pay a "tax" called user fee!
Posted by: MONICA on May 30, 2008 at 02:28 AM
WELL I SEE IT LIKE THIS,, IT'S YOURS YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO SELL IT, BUY IT, OR DO WHATEVER YOU PLEASE WITH IT !! & THE ONLY REASON IT ISN'T LEGAL IS BECAUSE THE GOVERNMENT HASN'T FIGURED OUT A WAY TO MAKE ANY MONEY OFF IT !!!! WHO CARES IF HE'S A REVEREND IT'S HIM THAT HAS TO LIVE WITH WHAT HE'S DONE !! WHAT ABOUT THE OTHER MEN WHY AREN'T THEY SINGLED OUT ?? & LAST BUT NOT LEAST TO THE PEOPLE WHO KNOW THE REVEREND JUST BECAUSE YOU KNOW HIM IT DOESN'T MAKE HIM ANYMORE INNOCENT THAN THE OTHER GUYS ..IF HE WAS AT THE WRONG SPOT AT THE WRONG TIME WHAT DOES THAT MAKE HIM JOHNNY ON THE SPOT ?? ...LOL ... THE POLICE SHOULD WORRY ABOUT ACTUAL CRIMES NOT WHO'S PUTTING THERE HAND IN THE COOKIE JAR !!! LOL
Posted by: Bev on May 30, 2008 at 02:21 AM
What is wrong with some of you people??? Prostitution brings drugs and dealers to our area. Along with STDs and only God knows what else. I know these men are innocent until they plead guilty or are proven so, but come on folks......did this police officer make them ask her for sex???? How can she fake a tape of their voice???
Posted by: DONNA on May 30, 2008 at 02:13 AM
This is to AJ: Did you hear the alleged recording of him asking for sex? Don't think so! I have been a friend of the Perry family for 30 years and I believe I know them a whole lot better than you do! And I am saying AGAIN--HE IS INNOCENT--NOT GUILTY! Who are you to judge?
Posted by: Katrina on May 30, 2008 at 01:56 AM
Like I said before innocent until proven guilty. Maybe she was really the one sellig herself but instead she got busted so she had to turn the table. Thats the truth Richard!!
Posted by: Amanda on May 30, 2008 at 01:00 AM
Proud to be Calvin Perry's granddaughter. I don't appreciate the hurtful things that everyone is saying about him. I know He is not guilty of these false accusations against him. Who are any of you to judge? There is only 1 judge - GOD! If you are so sure of your opinions, why do you not list your name? As for tiths, He has never misused any church money. All of his family and friends stand behind him 100% because we know that he is INNOCENT. It's pretty sad that some people have to put others down to make themself feel better. People should think before they hurt others with their words.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 30, 2008 at 12:57 AM
I still don't understand why it's against the law to sell something you can give away for free.
Posted by: Dawn on May 30, 2008 at 12:12 AM
I'm hungry,and poor.But I still wouldn't take their money for sex.LMAO Poor things need to buy a blow doll.But she would run too. LMAO!!I love this story.
Posted by: Dreamwhisper on May 30, 2008 at 12:10 AM
What a way to put it Richard...
Posted by: Jake on May 30, 2008 at 12:08 AM
Hmmmm,I wonder if these men were married. I just bet if they are.Their wives have allready cut the crotches out of all their pants. lmao!!!
Posted by: Dixie on May 30, 2008 at 12:03 AM
WOW,,I bet they will all have blisters on their hands now.Great story,I am tired of hearing and reading about rape,drugs and murders. How refreshing this story is. And comical.Love it.. lol
Posted by: aj on May 29, 2008 at 11:50 PM
This is to Donna... How can you say that Mr. Perry didn't do this? He was caught on recording asking for sex... For some reason, I would think that would make him guilty!!
Posted by: Mindy on May 29, 2008 at 11:48 PM
How humiliated they all must be.
Posted by: Richard on May 29, 2008 at 11:35 PM
While the police use their resources to arrest consenting adults in a mutual transaction, somewhere there are robbers, rapists and murderers that have not yet been caught... But make sure to invite the news crews for a few lonely guys caught seeking some company...
Posted by: DONNA on May 29, 2008 at 11:22 PM
REVEREND CALVIN PERRY IS NOT GUILTY! HE IS AN HONORABLE CHRISTIAN MAN WHO WAS IN THE WRONG PLACE AT THE WRONG TIME. HE WOULD NEVER DO WHAT HE IS ACCUSED OF!
Posted by: Zeek on May 29, 2008 at 11:21 PM
Good story,and to the men who got busted.I guess you need to learn the hand jive.Funny stuff here
Posted by: Katrina on May 29, 2008 at 11:19 PM
Innocent until proven guilty is all I have to say.
Posted by: Dewey on May 29, 2008 at 11:17 PM
I just watched the video of these men. I could see to where they would have to buy sex.LOL,This is the best story I have read on here in a long time. My husband and I cannot stop laughing.I bet they won't get any for along time,if ever. LOL!!!
Posted by: Willa on May 29, 2008 at 11:08 PM
It's about time the men started getting popped too.Lmao!!! You always here about women getting busted for selling sex.Turn about is fair play.Excuse me if it seems I think this behavior is OK,because I don't.However I am laughing my butt off.
Posted by: LOULOU on May 29, 2008 at 11:00 PM
CALVIN PERRY WANTS AND A PREACHER IN PROCTORVILLE---AND YOU WERE TRYING TO COUNCIL ME????HOW TERRIBLY SAD AND KUDOS TO JOE ON OUR TITHES
Posted by: ha on May 29, 2008 at 10:51 PM
get'em all and throw the book at'em, if they had been home reading the BIBLE they would have never got caught!
Posted by: Tater on May 29, 2008 at 10:42 PM
Guess they should have just asked for directions instead of what Bill Clinton got for free????
Posted by: LOL on May 29, 2008 at 10:24 PM
I don't think he preaches anymore. If he does, it won't be for much longer. If he's guilty, it's what he deserves.
Posted by: jolene on May 29, 2008 at 10:10 PM
i used to work with cody i bet his mom angie is so happy with him but i know his dad is probably happy and hope cody remembers you can't do wrong and get away with it and i bet he pleaded not quilty to funny you go cody!!!!!!!!
Posted by: why on May 29, 2008 at 09:51 PM
glad 2 c this sting go down, but y single the pastor by using reverend, instead of his first name? Pastors r just people, not GOD ! we all make mistakes, and can be forgiven
Posted by: Mark on May 29, 2008 at 09:51 PM
We have all heard of Sultans of Swing, and money for nothing. How about, money for nothing and sex for free?
Posted by: Mike on May 29, 2008 at 09:45 PM
Seems to me that the H.P.D Donut Gang would have more important things to do than hassel folks like Poor Old Rev Perry for spending his Revs Pay on a good time. LOL LMAO GO GETTEM PREACHER.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 29, 2008 at 09:44 PM
MAYBE IT'S BECAUSE GAS COST SO MUCH! LOL
Posted by: Joe on May 29, 2008 at 09:29 PM
What church does the reverend preach at? I would hate to think my tithes were going for his pleasure.
Posted by: Disappointed on May 29, 2008 at 09:26 PM
Holy Cow!! I know Calvin Perry and