The following charges were listed in the Putnam Police Department logs.  The people charged are innocent until proven guilty in court. The Town Crier will publish dispositions of cases at the request of the accused. The dispositions must be accompanied by the proper documentation. The Putnam Police Department confidential Tip Line is 963-0000.

Aug. 15

Francis Houle, 68, Church Street, Putnam; disposal of improper metal in a recycling container.

Billy Quarles, 46, Van den Noort Street, Putnam; creating a public disturbance.

Steven Barringer, 39, Van den Noort Street, Putnam; creating a public disturbance.

Aug. 19

Mary Dejesse, 18, Boston Turnpike, Pomfret; possession of less than ½ ounce of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia.