WYOMING COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A domestic disturbance call on Sunday, March 22, 2026, led to the arrest of a Wyoming County man after troopers discovered drugs and multiple weapons during the investigation.
According to the West Virginia State Police, troopers were dispatched around 4:49 p.m. following reports of a physical domestic involving William Maynor. Dispatchers advised that Maynor had allegedly struck another individual and was believed to have access to weapons. During the call, authorities could reportedly hear an argument in the background, and Maynor allegedly made statements indicating he believed he was going to die because law enforcement had been contacted.
Officials also received reports that Maynor was outside striking a vehicle with a stick before retreating back inside the residence.
When troopers arrived, they made contact with an individual outside the home who confirmed Maynor had gone back inside. Due to prior encounters, the responding trooper noted Maynor was known to carry a handgun and had a criminal history.
Troopers entered the residence and ordered Maynor to exit a room with his hands visible. He complied and was taken into custody without further incident.
While detaining Maynor, troopers discovered a knife in a sheath on his belt. Upon further questioning, Maynor admitted he had additional knives in his pocket. As troopers removed the weapons, a clear plastic bag containing a white substance fell to the ground. Maynor reportedly identified the substance as methamphetamine, a Schedule II controlled substance.
The suspect was secured in a patrol vehicle while the substance was collected as evidence.
Authorities also obtained a recorded statement from the victim, who reported that during an argument, Maynor struck them in the back of the head and told them to “stop that stupid [expletive].” The victim indicated this was the first physical incident and chose to pursue charges.
William Maynor has been charged with possession of a controlled substance and domestic battery.
He is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
