Middletown man arrested in early-morning Halloween B&E

The Warren County Sheriff’s Office responded to an early-morning report of a breaking and entering in Middletown on Halloween morning, October 31.  Deputies were dispatched at 1 a.m. to a residence at 61 Jackson Place.  A male suspect was encountered inside the address.  Upon arrival of the deputies the suspect exited the residence and ran toward a wooded area in the back.

A sheriff’s office K-9 unit then assisted in locating the suspect, who was apprehended.  According to a press release the suspect incurred minor injuries during the apprehension but refused medical treatment at the scene.

Jacksons Place B&E suspect David Lussier – Photo/RSW Jail

The suspect was identified as David Lussier, 34 years old, of 134 Jackson Place, Middletown.  Lussier was subsequently charged with 18.2-91 Enter Dwelling at night with intent (Felony), 18.2-94 Possession of Burglary tools (Felony), 18.2-137 Intent to damage property (Misdemeanor) and 18.2-96 Petit Larceny (Misdemeanor).

Lussier was transported to the RSW Regional Jail where he was held without bond.  Following a hearing in Warren County General District Court on Wednesday morning, November 1, Lussier continues to be held at RSW without bond.  A second hearing was scheduled for December 27, at 2:30 p.m.