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Stroudsburg Today
By the People, for the People
Man Arrested on Terroristic Threats Charge in Stroudsburg
William Rittenhouse, 51, accused of threatening victim via text messages over 8-day period
Apr. 13, 2026 at 6:22pm
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A recent wave of alleged terroristic threats via text message has led to a local arrest, exposing the serious legal consequences of such behavior.Stroudsburg TodayA 51-year-old Stroudsburg man named William Rittenhouse was arrested on charges including terroristic threats and simple assault after a victim reported being threatened via text messages from April 1 to April 8. An arrest warrant was issued and Rittenhouse was taken into custody by the Stroud Area Regional Police.
Why it matters
Terroristic threats are a serious criminal charge that can carry significant penalties, and this case highlights the growing issue of harassment and threats being made through digital communication channels like text messages. The arrest also raises questions about how law enforcement responds to reports of threatening behavior and the potential risks to public safety.
The details
According to police, a complainant came to the Stroud Area Regional Police headquarters on Thursday, April 10 at 10:02 a.m. to report being threatened by Rittenhouse via text messages over an 8-day period from April 1 to April 8. An arrest warrant was then issued on Friday by Magisterial District Judge Johnson, and Rittenhouse was taken into custody on Saturday, April 12 at 2:17 p.m. on Scott Street in Stroudsburg. Rittenhouse was transported to the Monroe County Correctional Facility and is also charged with harassment.
- The victim reported the threatening text messages on April 10.
- The threatening text messages occurred from April 1 to April 8.
- An arrest warrant was issued on April 11.
- Rittenhouse was arrested on April 12.
The players
William Rittenhouse
A 51-year-old resident of Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania who was arrested on charges including terroristic threats and simple assault.
Stroud Area Regional Police
The law enforcement agency that arrested Rittenhouse and is investigating the case.
Magisterial District Judge Johnson
The judge who issued the arrest warrant for Rittenhouse.
What’s next
Rittenhouse will appear before a judge for a bail hearing in the coming days to determine if he will be released on bail or remain in custody as the case proceeds.
The takeaway
This arrest highlights the serious legal consequences that can result from making terroristic threats, even through digital channels like text messages. It also underscores the importance of victims reporting threatening behavior to the authorities so that law enforcement can investigate and take appropriate action to protect public safety.
