Man Charged in Ripley Sexual Abuse Investigation Involving Juvenile
Andrew Frontz has been charged with three counts of first-degree sexual abuse in Ripley, West Virginia, following an investigation by the Ripley Police Department concerning allegations involving a juvenile victim.
Charleston Huntington, WV, November 9, 2026 —
Andrew Frontz, a resident of Ripley, West Virginia, has been formally charged with three counts of first-degree sexual abuse. The charges stem from an investigation conducted by the Ripley Police Department.
According to initial reports, the investigation focused on allegations involving a juvenile victim. The Ripley Police Department has not released specific details regarding the dates or nature of the alleged incidents beyond the charges filed.
First-degree sexual abuse is a serious felony offense. The investigation is ongoing, and further information is expected to be released by law enforcement as it becomes available. The Ripley Police Department is handling the case and stated that the matter involves sensitive details related to a juvenile. The specific timeline of the alleged events and the exact circumstances surrounding the charges were not immediately disclosed.
As of the latest available information, the name of the contractor, specific amounts related to the case, permit status, inspection outcomes, code violations, or any subsequent actions beyond the charges themselves have not been provided. This is a developing story, and the Ripley Police Department is expected to provide updates as the investigation progresses.
Story summarized from the original created by WSAZ News Staff on www.wsaz.com, see more information here.
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