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The Kanawha County Sheriff's Office
Charleston, WV



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THIS PAGE IS NOT MONITORED 24/7 AND IS NOT INTENDED TO REPORT EMERGENCIES. The Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office was organized in 1788 by an appointment of the Governor, making it one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in the State of West Virginia. Today, the Office has evolved in

to a modern, professional police agency, with opportunities to serve the community in a variety of ways.

🚨BELLE BANK ROBBERY SUSPECT ARRESTED🚨BELLE, WV — Following an extensive investigation, the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Offi...
06/10/2026

🚨BELLE BANK ROBBERY SUSPECT ARRESTED🚨

BELLE, WV — Following an extensive investigation, the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office has charged Richard Donald Brisson in connection with the June 4, 2026 bank robbery of Whitesville State Bank located in Belle, West Virginia.

Investigators allege Brisson entered the bank and presented a handwritten note demanding money from bank employees.

Following the robbery, Deputy B.L. Shamblin and K9 Bingo conducted a track from the bank. The track led investigators to 114 East Dupont Avenue, where deputies recovered black clothing, a hat, glasses, and a wig believed to have been worn by the suspect during the robbery based on surveillance footage.

Additional neighborhood surveillance footage allegedly showed Brisson in the area prior to the robbery wearing black clothing matching the items recovered during the K9 track. Investigators also observed Brisson later accompanied by his girlfriend, identified as Shana Pettry.

On June 8, 2026, Brisson was arrested on an outstanding Kanawha County Magistrate Court Capias and was incarcerated at South Central Regional Jail.

During an interview conducted on June 10, 2026, Shana Pettry admitted to writing the robbery note for Brisson and stated that she had resided with him at the address where the K9 track concluded near the end of May 2026.

If anybody has any further information, please contact Detective B***r at 304-357-0556.

Anybody that is arrested is to be presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

06/10/2026

🚨Marmet Liquor Store - Breaking and Entering Investigation🚨

On June 10, 2026, at approximately 2:30 AM, a suspect broke into King Cut Rate Liquor & To***co located at 9913 MacCorkle Ave SE in Marmet, WV by throwing a rock through the front glass doors to make entry.

The suspect, described as a white male wearing all black clothing, a face covering, one glove on his right hand and carrying a luggage bag.

Investigators believe the glove on the suspect’s right hand may have been used to conceal tattoos or an identifying scar (or not).

The suspect stole several packs of mini-sized liquor bottles (but possibly dropped more than he stole) before fleeing the scene.

He may not have walked away with much in merchandise, but he still left the business responsible for costly door repairs. We’re asking the public to help identify him so he can be held accountable and prevent further incidents that put other local businesses at financial risk.

If you recognize this suspect or have any information regarding this incident, please contact Detective Burks at 304-357-0556 or submit anonymous tips online at www.KanawhaSheriff.us

The Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office Warrants Division is attempting to locate Joshua Wayne Quinn.Quinn is wanted on a C...
06/10/2026



The Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office Warrants Division is attempting to locate Joshua Wayne Quinn.

Quinn is wanted on a Circuit Court capias after failing to appear for arraignment before Judge Webster on charges of Grand Larceny and Conspiracy to Commit Grand Larceny.

If you have any information regarding his whereabouts, please contact the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office Warrants Division at 304-357-0157 or submit a tip through our website at www.kanawhasheriff.us.

Anybody highlighted on Wanted Wednesday is to be presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

UPDATE: The Capias for Jessica Marie Oxley has been recalled by the court, she is no longer wanted The Kanawha County S...
06/10/2026

UPDATE: The Capias for Jessica Marie Oxley has been recalled by the court, she is no longer wanted



The Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office Warrants Division is attempting to locate Jessica Marie Oxley.

Oxley is wanted on a Circuit Court capias after failing to appear for arraignment before Judge Webster on charges of Grand Larceny and Conspiracy to Commit Grand Larceny.

If you have any information regarding her whereabouts, please contact the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office Warrants Division at 304-357-0157 or submit a tip through our website at www.kanawhasheriff.us.

Anybody highlighted on Wanted Wednesday is to be presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

The Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office Warrants Division is attempting to locate Allen Dale Wolfingbarger.Wolfingbarger is...
06/10/2026



The Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office Warrants Division is attempting to locate Allen Dale Wolfingbarger.

Wolfingbarger is accused of Breaking and Entering into the Northeast Little League concession stand where money was reported stolen.

If you have any information regarding his whereabouts, please contact the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office Warrants Division at 304-357-0157 or submit a tip through our website at www.kanawhasheriff.us.

Anybody highlighted on Wanted Wednesday is to be presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

06/10/2026

UPDATE: The Capias for Jessica Marie Oxley has been recalled by the court, she is no longer wanted WANTED WEDNESDAY – June 10, 2026

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The Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office Warrants Division is seeking the public’s assistance in locating the following individuals:

Allen Dale Wolfingbarger
Wolfingbarger is accused of Breaking and Entering into the Northeast Little League concession stand, where money was reported stolen.

Jessica Marie Oxley and Joshua Wayne Quinn
Oxley and Quinn are no strangers to Wanted Wednesday and now they both have active Circuit Court capiases after failing to appear for arraignment before Judge Webster on charges of Grand Larceny and Conspiracy to Commit Grand Larceny.

If you have any information on the whereabouts of any of these individuals, please contact the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office Warrants Division at 304-357-0157 or submit a tip at www.kanawhasheriff.us.

Anybody that is arrested is to be presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

🚨CHELYAN SEXUAL ASSAULT SUSPECT ARRESTED🚨CHELYN, WV – On Monday June 8th, 2026, Deputy J.H. Mullins with the Kanawha Cou...
06/09/2026

🚨CHELYAN SEXUAL ASSAULT SUSPECT ARRESTED🚨

CHELYN, WV – On Monday June 8th, 2026, Deputy J.H. Mullins with the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office responded to Chelyan regarding a reported sexual assault.

He met with two females who alleged a male, later identified as James Lewis Craig, Jr., 40 years old, approached them on the parking lot of the Chelyan Post Office and followed them to their residence.

After being told not to come onto the property, Craig allegedly refused and continued following the two females.

Craig then allegedly exposed his ge****ls, pinned one of the female victims against a door and forcibly touched her with his ge****ls before fleeing the area.

Craig was later located, charged with Sexual Abuse in the 1st Degree, and arraigned by a Kanawha County Magistrate, who set a $50,000 cash-only bond.

ALL SUSPECTS ARE TO BE PRESUMED INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY IN A COURT OF LAW

🚨 NOW HIRING - Deputy Sheriffs 🚨We offer opportunities in multiple divisions and specialty assignments to help keep your...
06/09/2026

🚨 NOW HIRING - Deputy Sheriffs 🚨

We offer opportunities in multiple divisions and specialty assignments to help keep your career challenging and rewarding!

Divisions: Patrol and Field Operations & Judicial Services

Specialty Divisions: CIS, K9 Handler, Bomb, SWAT, Dive, Narcotics, Warrants Division, etc

đź“… Next Testing Date: July 25, 2026

⏰ Application Deadline: July 17, 2026 at 4:00 PM

$15,000 Sign-on Bonus for WV Certified Officers

Apply today and start the next chapter of your life or law enforcement career with the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office.

Apply on our website at www.KanawhaSheriff.us or www.BeADeputySheriff.com

UPDATE: Richard Donald Brisson was charged for Bank Robbery on June 10, 2026.BANK ROBBERY - BELLE, WVAt approximately 3...
06/05/2026

UPDATE: Richard Donald Brisson was charged for Bank Robbery on June 10, 2026.

BANK ROBBERY - BELLE, WV

At approximately 3:50 p.m. on June 4, 2026, a white male entered Whitesville State Bank, located at 300 E. DuPont Avenue in Belle, West Virginia, and presented a note to a bank teller demanding money.

During the robbery, the suspect repeatedly reached toward his pockets on several occasions, allegedly insinuating that he was armed. The teller complied with the demand and provided the suspect with an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect then fled the bank on foot toward the river area.

The suspect is described as a white male approximately 6’0” tall or taller with long hair, a red or brown beard, and glasses. He was wearing a blue sun hat, a black long-sleeve shirt, black pants, and white tennis shoes. We are not ruling out the possibility that the suspect may have been wearing a disguise during the robbery.

Deputies with the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office, assisted by the West Virginia State Police, immediately began canvassing the area for the suspect. The West Virginia State Police deployed a helicopter while Kanawha County deployed a K9 and initiated a track in an attempt to locate the suspect.

This remains an active and ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information regarding the identity or whereabouts of the suspect is encouraged to contact Detective B***r with the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office at 304-357-0556 or submit a tip through the Sheriff’s Office website at www.kanawhasheriff.us.

06/05/2026

đź’°UPDATE: Richard Donald Brisson was charged for Bank Robbery on June 10, 2026đź’°

BANK ROBBERY - BELLE WV

At approximately 3:50 p.m. on June 4, 2026, a white male entered Whitesville State Bank, located at 300 E. DuPont Avenue in Belle, West Virginia, and presented a note to a bank teller demanding money.

During the robbery, the suspect repeatedly reached toward his pockets on several occasions, allegedly insinuating that he was armed. The teller complied with the demand and provided the suspect with an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect then fled the bank on foot toward the river area.

The suspect is described as a white male approximately 6’0” tall or taller with long hair, a red or brown beard, and glasses. He was wearing a blue sun hat, a black long-sleeve shirt, black pants, and white tennis shoes. We are not ruling out the possibility that the suspect may have been wearing a disguise during the robbery.

Deputies with the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office, assisted by the West Virginia State Police, immediately began canvassing the area for the suspect. The West Virginia State Police deployed a helicopter while Kanawha County deployed a K9 and initiated a track in an attempt to locate the suspect.

This remains an active and ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information regarding the identity or whereabouts of the suspect is encouraged to contact Detective B***r with the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office at 304-357-0556 or submit a tip through the Sheriff’s Office website at www.kanawhasheriff.us.

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