News 21 Apr 2025
14 Apr 2025 Sgt. Painter, while patrolling the 800 block of Pike Street, Marietta, OH, observed a vehicle making a left hand turn onto Pike Street, Marietta, OH, from the north bound exit ramp of I-77 at the traffic light. As Sgt. Painter followed the vehicle, he noted the license plate light on the vehicle was not illuminated. A traffic stop was conducted on the vehicle, bearing OH registration. While speaking with the driver, it was noted that the rear passengers were in fact Darren Farnese and Shasta Farnese. It was determined the driver did not possess a valid driver’s license, and the driving arrangements were being discussed. Det. Peters and K-9 Timmy were dispatched to the scene to conduct a free air sniff. K-9 Timmy gave a positive indication on the rear of the vehicle. All occupants were removed from the vehicle and detectives began searching the vehicle. Shasta Farnese produced a small baggie from her person. Shasta stated the drugs, she believed, were heroin. Also discovered was that Farnese had asked Shasta to conceal the drugs. Shasta then produced a small folded up ball of foil. Darren Farnese denied any knowledge of the drugs, however later indicated the two did obtain the drugs. The TPW (total package weight) of the fist surrendered item being 6.84 grams and the second surrendered item being 2.37 grams. Darren Craig Farnese, age 30, and Shasta Danyelle, age 24, 27335 SR 7, Marietta, OH, were both placed under arrest and charged with possession of drugs. They were both transported to the Washington County Jail for processing.
15 Apr 2025 Deputy Morris began an investigation into a cat being shot in Aurelius Township. This case investigation will be continuing.
17 Apr 2025 Deputy Groves began an investigation into a dog bite that occurred in Pioneer Township. The dog was quarantined and the case remains under investigation.
18 Apr 2025 Deputy Gerber began an investigation into identity fraud where a suspect had opened trash services in the victim’s name. This incident was completed with the suspect having done this in error. This case is closed.
19 Apr 2025 Deputy Norris began an investigation into a muzzleloader being stolen from a residence in Marietta Township. This case investigation is ongoing.
The following individuals were processed into the Washington County Jail 18 Apr 2025 to 20 Apr 2025:
Alec Lee Davis, age 27, Marietta, OH, possession of drugs and tampering with evidence, both felonies.
Jeffery William Hearn, age 46, Marietta, OH, having physical control of vehicle while under the influence, a misdemeanor.
Codey Dallas Maze, age 31, Belpre, OH, probation violation, a felony.
Troy Eugene Lightfritz, age 38, Marietta, OH, probation violation, a misdemeanor.
Harold Nelson Joy, age 60, Lowell, OH, aggravated trafficking in drugs, a felony.
Joshua Allen Eagle, age 40, Marietta, OH, theft, a misdemeanor.
Austin Richard Dailey, age 28, Belpre, OH, domestic violence, a misdemeanor.
Anthony Eugene Garretson, age 31, Marietta, OH, hit/skip leaving scene and failure to control, both misdemeanors.
There are currently 18 women and 95 men incarcerated in the Washington County Jail.
