Carroll County Sheriff’s Reports
From the Oct 20, 2026 e-EditionStalking — Michael Joseph Martel, Jr., Griggs Chapel Road, was charged with stalking and misuse of 911 on October 18.
Carroll County Sheriff’s Department received a call from Martel stating that a person was stalking him, but the female stated that Martel had sent unwanted messages of a sexual nature to her phone.
A criminal history check of Martel revealed he was on probation on charges in Humphreys County. He was arrested and taken to Carroll County Jail.
Burglary — Deputy James M. Boaz investigated a burglary on Leach Road. The residents said they had a chainsaw, packs of vinyl flooring, hydraulic jack, jack stands, and paint brushes, all valued at $1,182 stolen.
Driving on a Suspended License — Michael Smith, Walnut Avenue, McKenzie was charged with Driving on a Suspended License and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia on October 15.
Deputy Steven Scott stopped Smith’s vehicle on Jackson Street in McKenzie and learned of the suspended status. A search of the vehicle revealed six needles and two empty baggies that tested positive for meth.
Domestic Assault —Trysten Taylor Riddle, Voss Lane, Huntingdon was charged with Domestic Assault on October 17.
Deputy Scott responded to a report of a domestic assault at the residence. Upon arrival, Scott spoke with the female victim who had a red nose and had food thrown on her. Riddle was arrested and taken to Carroll County Jail.
Vandalism — Brianna Houseman, Spruce Street, Bruceton was charged with Vandalism and Intimidation on October 16. According to a report by Deputy Steven Scott, two females went to a friend’s house and Houseman exited the house and caused damage to the car as she attempted to fight the passenger in the vehicle. The estimated damage was $2,000 to the vehicle.
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