Berks County, PA – A man wanted on a felony aggravated assault warrant was taken into custody Tuesday, bringing an active Spring Township case to a close, according to the Berks County Sheriff’s Office.
According to the Berks County Sheriff’s Office, deputies apprehended Michael Rios, 30, on Tuesday, January 6, in connection with a felony aggravated assault warrant issued by the Spring Township Police Department. Authorities said the warrant was filed on December 19, 2025.
Rios was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Berks County Sheriff’s Office Central Booking Center, where he was processed and formally arraigned. Court records show the arraignment was conducted by Magisterial District Judge Ann Young.
Officials confirmed that bail was set at $2,500 secured. As of Tuesday, no additional details regarding the alleged assault, including the circumstances leading to the charge or whether injuries were reported, have been released publicly.
The case remains under the jurisdiction of the Spring Township Police Department, which initiated the original investigation. Authorities have not announced a preliminary hearing date.
Felony aggravated assault charges in Pennsylvania typically involve allegations of serious bodily injury or the use of a deadly weapon. A conviction can carry significant prison time, depending on the severity of the offense and prior criminal history.
Residents in Spring Township, located in Berks County near the Reading metro area, are encouraged to contact local law enforcement if they have information related to the case. Police also remind the public that criminal charges are allegations, and defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Anyone with additional information is urged to reach out to the Spring Township Police Department through non-emergency channels.
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