Maurico Adam Govea (30 years old of Saint Albans, WV) was arrested today by Saint Albans Police Department when he met with one of their officers to be apprehended. Mr. Govea was charged with burglary, malicous wounding, and armed robbery in connection with yesterday morning’s home-invasion and shooting incident in Cross Lanes, WV.
Mr. Govea has been arraigned and remanded to South Central Regional Jail in lieu of bond.
We are grateful for the assistance of the public in providing us tips and Saint Albans Police Department for safely arresting Mr. Govea.
As is always the case in criminal matters, the charges against Mr. Govea are merely accusations. He is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.