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Corriganville Today
By the People, for the People
Tips Help Deputies Capture Fugitive in Corriganville
Two men arrested after disturbance at a residence, one wanted on a warrant in Washington County.
Apr. 18, 2026 at 4:03am
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Citizen tips help law enforcement apprehend wanted suspects, exposing the gritty realities of crime and policing in a small Maryland town.Corriganville TodayThe Allegany County Sheriff's Office said Robert Pettaway, 32, of Hagerstown, and Jeffrey Pettaway, 34, of Corriganville, fled a home in Corriganville before deputies arrived on the scene. Tips from citizens helped deputies locate and arrest Robert Pettaway, who was wanted on a warrant, as well as Jeffrey Pettaway, who was charged with providing a false statement, harboring a fleeing felon, and interfering with an arrest.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the importance of community cooperation in helping law enforcement apprehend wanted suspects. Corriganville has seen its share of property crime and disturbances, so residents working with deputies to report suspicious activity can make a difference in public safety.
The details
According to the sheriff's office, the two men fled the home in Corriganville before deputies arrived, likely because Robert Pettaway was wanted on a warrant in Washington County. Deputies found the vehicle the men were traveling in abandoned behind a local business. While searching the area, Jeffrey Pettaway emerged from nearby woods and was detained. Tips from citizens then helped deputies locate and arrest Robert Pettaway, who was reportedly attempting to flee up a hillside.
- The incident occurred on Friday morning.
- Robert Pettaway was wanted on a warrant prior to the incident.
The players
Robert Pettaway
A 32-year-old man from Hagerstown who was wanted on a warrant in Washington County.
Jeffrey Pettaway
A 34-year-old man from Corriganville who was charged with providing a false statement, harboring a fleeing felon, and interfering with an arrest.
Allegany County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency that responded to the disturbance and apprehended the two suspects with the help of citizen tips.
What’s next
Robert Pettaway will face a judge in Washington County on the outstanding warrant, while Jeffrey Pettaway will appear in court in Allegany County to answer the charges against him.
The takeaway
This incident demonstrates the value of community cooperation with law enforcement, as tips from Corriganville residents played a key role in helping deputies apprehend the two suspects. It also highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement in dealing with wanted individuals and the need for continued vigilance to maintain public safety.