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Nine individuals arrested in Upshur County warrant roundup

Nine people with active warrants, facing charges including felony offenses, drug possession and firearms violations, were arrested by Upshur County deputies and taken to Tygart Valley Regional Jail.

On April 18, 2025, deputies with the Upshur County Sheriff’s Office conducted a warrant roundup. Nine individuals who had active warrants for their arrest were apprehended and transported to Tygart Valley Regional Jail to await arraignment.

William R. Phillips, 53, of Buckhannon
Felony Failure to Appear

Olivia G. Hite, 21, of Buckhannon
Felony Destruction of Property
Conspiracy to Commit a Felony
Reckless Driving
Leaving the Scene of an Accident

Tristan J. Champ, 24, of Buckhannon
Felony Destruction of Property
Conspiracy to Commit a Felony

Jason H. Wilmoth, 39, of Buckhannon
Disruption of School Process
Assault

Ethan I. Hull, 18, of French Creek
False Information to Officer

Charles R. Wingfield, 68, of Buckhannon
Possession with Intent to Deliver Marijuana

Lawrence E. Robinson, 63, of Buckhannon
Possession of Marijuana

Timothy S. King, 58, of Buckhannon
Possession of Methamphetamine

Buddy A. Young, 49, of Elkins
Prohibited Possession of Firearms (5 counts)

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