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Marshall County, WV - Beginning today and continuing through the 4th of July holiday weekend, the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office will deploy enhanced patrols to protect residents and visitors and to ensure a safe, enjoyable celebration across our communities. Deputies will be highly visible throughout the county and will focus on: 1. Traffic enforcement: Proactive stops and strict enforcement for both passenger and commercial vehicles, with special attention to impaired, aggressive, and distracted driving. 2. Community patrols: Frequent checks of businesses and neighborhoods; deputies will engage with residents to promote safety and deter crime. 3. Off-highway vehicle safety: Patrols along Big Wheeling and Fish Creek to ensure ATVs and UTVs are operated safely and legally. Additional safety measures include: DUI enforcement and sobriety patrols. Designated drivers and ride-share options are strongly encouraged. Waterway awareness near creeks and crossings. Expect increased presence near popular gathering areas to ensure safety. Emergency readiness. Deputies are equipped with first-aid supplies, AEDs, and Narcan. Public reminders: * Buckle up, slow down, and put the phone away. * Don’t drink and drive; plan a sober ride. * Keep pets secured and hydrated; high temperatures and fireworks can cause stress. * Be respectful of private property and posted signs. “As Sheriff, I want our county to have a fun but safe holiday weekend; deputies will be out in force - on the roads and in our neighborhoods. Your cooperation helps keep our community safe.” For non-emergencies, contact the Sheriff’s Office at 304-843-1500, In an emergency, call 911. Have a safe and happy 4th of July. Sheriff Mike Dougherty Read the full article

Sheriff Mike Dougherty of the Marshall County Sheriff's Office announces that additional deputies will be on patrol throughout Marshall County during the entire Memorial Day weekend beginning today. The increased patrols are intended to help keep the roads safe for residents and visitors traveling through the county, while also providing assistance to the community wherever needed during the busy holiday weekend. “As families and friends gather to celebrate Memorial Day weekend, we want everyone to arrive safely and return home safely,” said Sheriff Mike Dougherty. “Our deputies will have an increased presence on the roads to promote safe travel and assist the public.” The Sheriff’s Office is reminding motorists to: Watch their speed Obey all traffic laws Avoid distracted driving Never drink and drive Sheriff Dougherty also encourages anyone traveling over the holiday weekend to make sure their vehicle is in good working condition before leaving home. Drivers should check tires, brakes, lights, fluid levels, and ensure they have enough fuel for their trip. The Marshall County Sheriff's Office wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day weekend as we honor and remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Read the full article

The Marshall County Drug Task Force remains actively engaged in addressing the ongoing drug problem in our county. I commend their tireless efforts and dedication. Below, I have listed the seizures for the first quarter of 2026. Please continue to report any suspected drug activity to the Sheriff’s Office or your local police department. Your help is vital to keeping our community safe. Read the full article

On Monday, April 6, 2026, at approximately 2:45 p.m., Marshall County 911 received a call reporting that a male had been shot in the chest at 274 Lani Lane, Moundsville, WV 26041. Deputies from the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office responded immediately. Upon arrival, deputies found a 26-year-old male victim lying on his back in the kitchen/dining room area of the residence, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the chest. Two deputies immediately began first aid while another deputy secured the firearm and the scene. The victim was conscious and able to communicate with first responders. Medical care was transferred to Marshall County Emergency Medical Services (MCEMS), which transported him to a landing zone for airlift to WVU Reynolds Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. Initial investigation revealed that the defendant, 28-year-old Alex Wilkerson, and the victim had been pointing firearms at each other in an alleged playful manner. According to Wilkerson, the firearm discharged when he pointed it at the victim. Mr. Wilkerson immediately called for help and assisted the victim from the bedroom to the kitchen area, where first responders found them. Mr. Wilkerson was taken into custody at the scene and charged with felony malicious wounding. He was processed at the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office and subsequently transported to the Northern Regional Jail pending arraignment. Evidence, including both firearms involved and a spent casing, was collected and logged. The scene was processed and statements were obtained from all individuals present. This incident remains under active investigation by the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses. Sheriff Mike Dougherty Marshall County Sheriff’s Office Read the full article

On Monday, April 6, 2026, at approximately 2:45 p.m., Marshall County 911 received a call reporting that a male had been shot in the chest at 274 Lani Lane, Moundsville, WV 26041. Deputies from the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office responded immediately. Upon arrival, deputies found a 26-year-old male victim lying on his back in the kitchen/dining room area of the residence, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the chest. Two deputies immediately began first aid while another deputy secured the firearm and the scene. The victim was conscious and able to communicate with first responders. Medical care was transferred to Marshall County Emergency Medical Services (MCEMS), which transported him to a landing zone for airlift to WVU Reynolds Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. Initial investigation revealed that the defendant, 28-year-old Alex Wilkerson, and the victim had been pointing firearms at each other in an alleged playful manner. According to Wilkerson, the firearm discharged when he pointed it at the victim. Mr. Wilkerson immediately called for help and assisted the victim from the bedroom to the kitchen area, where first responders found them. Mr. Wilkerson was taken into custody at the scene and charged with felony malicious wounding. He was processed at the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office and subsequently transported to the Northern Regional Jail pending arraignment. Evidence, including both firearms involved and a spent casing, was collected and logged. The scene was processed and statements were obtained from all individuals present. This incident remains under active investigation by the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses. Sheriff Mike Dougherty Marshall County Sheriff’s Office Read the full article

On Thursday, January 8, 2026, the Marshall County Drug Task Force, in conjunction with the Moundsville Police Department and the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office Special Response Team, executed a search warrant at 1619 Diamond Street in Moundsville, West Virginia. This operation was a direct result of ongoing efforts to combat illegal drug activity in our county. During the search, officers seized approximately 61 grams of fentanyl and $2,781 in U.S. currency. The following individuals were arrested and charged: Shane C. Knight, 33, charged with Obstructing, Assault on an Officer, and Conspiracy to Deliver Fentanyl. Robert D. Price, 44, charged with Delivery of a Controlled Substance and Possession with Intent to Deliver Fentanyl. Trista Porter, 41, charged with Conspiracy to Deliver Fentanyl. Sheriff Mike Dougherty issued the following statement: “The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office is committed to keeping our county safe and free from drugs. This operation, along with the arrests and seizures we made, is the result of many hours of teamwork between the Marshall County Drug Task Force, the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, and the Moundsville Police Department. We will keep working to stop drugs and those who bring them into Marshall County." The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information regarding illegal drug activity is encouraged to contact the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office or your local law enforcement agency. Read the full article

As the Sheriff of Marshall County, I am ecstatic that our office has come back together and is working as a TEAM, with increased morale. This has truly been a team effort by everyone—myself, my administrative team, and all of our deputies. I am proud to announce that we now have a full staff with no open positions. Our deputies have put in countless hours to solve crimes, resulting in numerous arrests and felony indictments. We have brought back focused patrols to enforce traffic laws and make our county’s roads safer, conducted countless security checks on businesses and neighborhoods, and participated in several community events throughout the year—including Shop with a Cop for the first time ever and hosting a community pool day at Cameron Pool. The Sheriff’s Office has been 100% transparent about what is going on within the office and in its reporting to the public. We have also reestablished working relationships with our media outlets to ensure our community stays informed. Marshall County Sheriff Mike Dougherty I am proud to share some of our key accomplishments for 2025: * The total number of calls for service—including self-initiated (proactive policing) and citizen-initiated—was 13,597 in 2025, up from 8,709 in 2024. * We have increased the number of deputies on the road, on the water, and off-road during major holidays, reducing serious incidents. * We have implemented and hired part-time transport officers—each a state-certified law enforcement officer—to assist in transporting mental hygiene patients to hearings and hospitals. By utilizing them, we keep deputies on patrol where they are needed most. * We have completed installing Mobile Data Terminals in all cruisers, streamlining report entry and keeping deputies on the road rather than in the office doing paperwork. * In-car cameras have been purchased for all cruisers and are awaiting installation. This will be the first time in over a decade that cruisers will have in-car cameras. * All cruisers are now equipped with Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs), allowing deputies to respond to cardiac arrest calls. Our deputies also respond alongside EMS and Fire Departments to assist in emergencies. * The Sheriff’s Office now has a much better working relationship with all local law enforcement, Fire, EMS, OEM, and 911 dispatch agencies, thanks to constant communication and regular meetings, all to better serve our citizens. * Our deputies have participated in vastly increased firearms and defensive tactics training, as well as several advanced-level training courses. We have also purchased brand new Glock 9mm pistols for all deputies. * Deputies assisted our neighboring Ohio County Sheriff’s Office during the tragic flooding in Triadelphia and worked with them and the Wetzel County Sheriff’s Office on numerous investigations. * We have added three new School Resource Officers to better protect our children throughout the county’s school system. * The Special Response Team (SRT) has been reactivated, participated in several advanced training schools, and completed numerous missions, including high-risk calls and warrant arrests. * The Marshall County Drug Task Force handled over 65 cases this year, leading to numerous arrests and indictments at both the state and federal level, the seizure of several houses used for drug trafficking, and a large amount of illegal drugs and firearms. This is just a portion of our accomplishments for 2025. We look forward to providing even better service to our citizens in 2026. I want to thank the Marshall County Commissioners for their support in providing the necessary funding to accomplish many of these goals. And most importantly, I want to thank you—the citizens of Marshall County—for your unwavering support of the Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Mike Dougherty  Read the full article

MOUNDSVILLE, WV – On Tuesday, October 28, 2025, law enforcement agencies executed two simultaneous search warrants on Diamond Street, resulting in a significant drug bust that led to the arrest of seven individuals and the seizure of distribution amounts of dangerous narcotics, including crystal methamphetamine and fentanyl, along with a substantial amount of US currency. The arrests made during this operation are as follows:   1. Jacob White   2. Robert Price   3. Zachary Henry   4. Kendra Gonchoff   5. Charles Boggs   6. Cathy Counts   7. Coby Harmon   Sheriff Mike Dougherty expressed pride in the collaborative effort of the agencies involved, stating, “This operation highlights the strength of our partnerships within the Marshall County Drug Task Force, the Moundsville Police Department, and the West Virginia State Police. Together, we can tackle the serious issue of drug distribution and work towards making our community safer.” Read the full article