Marietta, OH – Washington County Sheriff’s deputies reported a busy final week of October with multiple arrests and active investigations across the region, including cases involving harassment, assault, burglary, and drug possession.
According to reports, Deputy Talarico initiated an investigation into harassment over Snapchat involving Vincent J. Groeber, 30, of Chesapeake, VA. Groeber allegedly ignored prior warnings and continued to contact the victim, leading deputies to request a warrant for his arrest on telecommunications harassment charges through Marietta Municipal Court.
Deputy Pugh arrested Corey N. McClung, 24, of Marietta Township, for allegedly using a minor in nudity-oriented material and tampering with evidence. McClung reportedly admitted to the offense. In a separate case, Deputy Pugh cited Kristi L. Carpenter and Gary L. Harris for disorderly conduct after a domestic altercation.
Elsewhere, Sgt. Parks and Deputy Tucker arrested Mary Brooks, who was found hiding inside a hollowed dresser in Newport Township. A summons was also requested for Kylee Nicole Brooks for allegedly obstructing official business.
Additional arrests included Matthew S. Nixon, 43, of Marietta, on drug possession charges after deputies discovered methamphetamine in his vehicle; and Michael L. Christian, 27, of Charleston, WV, for aggravated menacing following an intoxicated disturbance in Adams Township.
Deputies also opened burglary investigations in Barlow, Belpre, and Salem Townships, all of which remain ongoing.
Between Oct. 30 and Nov. 2, ten individuals were booked into the Washington County Jail on charges ranging from assault and theft to drug trafficking. Authorities report 113 inmates currently housed—23 women and 90 men.
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