SUMMERS COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – An escaped inmate from Raleigh County was taken into custody Tuesday, March 24, 2026, according to the Summers County Sheriff’s Department.
Sheriff Faris and Sgt. Ward located and apprehended Jason Pitman, who had escaped from the West Virginia Division of Corrections on February 15.
Authorities said Pitman was found in the Judson Road area of Summers County and was taken into custody without incident.
During the operation, a second individual, identified as Darren Forren, was also arrested.
Deputies charged Forren with obstructing law enforcement officers in the performance of their duties.
No additional details were immediately released. The investigation remains ongoing.
