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Charleston, WV: Deep Water Man Indicted on 11 Assault, Kidnapping Counts This Week
Charleston, WV — A Kanawha County grand jury indicted a Deep Water man on sexual assault and kidnapping charges. According to the Charleston Police
By Country Herald Police Reports · 2026-03-06T21:41:13+00:00
Charleston, WV — A Kanawha County grand jury indicted a Deep Water man on sexual assault and kidnapping charges. According to the Charleston Police A Kanawha County grand jury recently returned an indictment charging a Deep Water man with 11 counts related to sexual assault and kidnapping. The charges stem from an incident investigated by the Charleston Police Department.
Authorities allege that the defendant engaged in criminal activity that resulted in the multi count indictment. The indictment, handed down this week, charges the individual with multiple counts of sexual assault and kidnapping. Details regarding the specific circumstances of the investigation have not been fully released as the case is currently moving through the judicial process.
The suspect remains in custody pending further court appearances. The Charleston Police Department has emphasized their commitment to pursuing justice in cases involving violent crimes and has cooperated fully with the Kanawha County Prosecutor's Office to secure the indictment.
The legal proceedings will continue as the defense prepares for the upcoming trial.