Police say local suspect was taken into custody on bench warrant Thursday
CUMBERLAND, Md. — Cumberland police arrested a local man Thursday after serving a bench warrant tied to an alleged probation violation connected to a previous theft conviction.
Authorities identified the suspect as 38-year-old Michael Anthony Butler Jr. of Cumberland.
According to police, Butler had been on probation following a theft conviction involving less than $100.
Officers transported Butler to the Allegany County Detention Center for central booking.
Police said Butler was awaiting a hearing before a District Court commissioner.
Key Points
- Cumberland police arrested a man on a probation violation warrant
- The probation stemmed from a previous theft conviction
- The suspect was taken to the Allegany County Detention Center
