Marysville Man Pleads Guilty to Machete Attack

Morris William Moales Jr. withdrew his not-guilty plea and entered a plea of guilty to one count of felonious assault.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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The Marysville man charged with attacking another man with a machete has now pled guilty. Following a two-day jury trial in the Union County Court of Common Pleas, Morris William Moales Jr., 57, withdrew his not-guilty plea and entered a plea of guilty to one count of felonious assault.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of violent crimes involving weapons in the Marysville community. The guilty plea brings some resolution, but also raises questions about the factors that led to the attack and what steps can be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.

The details

Moales was charged with attacking another man with a machete. The incident occurred in Marysville and resulted in the victim sustaining serious injuries. After the initial not-guilty plea, Moales changed his plea to guilty during the jury trial proceedings.

  • The attack occurred in Marysville.
  • Moales was charged and went to trial on February 9-10, 2026.
  • Moales withdrew his not-guilty plea and entered a guilty plea during the trial.

The players

Morris William Moales Jr.

A 57-year-old Marysville resident who pled guilty to one count of felonious assault for attacking another man with a machete.

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What’s next

Moales will be sentenced at a later date for the felonious assault charge.

The takeaway

This guilty plea highlights the ongoing issue of violent crimes involving weapons in the Marysville community and the need for continued efforts to address the underlying factors that contribute to such incidents and promote public safety.