Belington, West Virginia Man Arrested for Assault and Property Destruction After Propane Tank Attack

After allegedly engaging in a violent altercation in which he repeatedly threw a propane tank at a car, a man from Belington, West Virginia is now being charged. According to a criminal complaint, the incident happened on Hanging Rock Road, and the West Virginia State Police responded.

According to reports, the suspect, 50-year-old Brian Mayle, went to his neighbor’s house to confront someone. Mayle was arrested after troopers arrived and discovered him standing in the neighbor’s driveway.

Court records state that Mayle threw a block through his neighbor’s car window after becoming enraged after failing to find the person he was looking for. The victim told the officers that Mayle then grabbed a 20-pound propane tank and used it to ram the front and hood of the car, breaking the rear window in the process. Mayle abandoned the propane tank on the ground behind the vehicle after the assault.

Mayle is currently accused of assault and property damage. He is now held in custody at Tygart Valley Regional Jail on a $15,000 bond.

The occurrence serves as a reminder of the value of nonviolent conflict resolution and the dangers of violent behavior. The quick action taken by the West Virginia State Police demonstrates their dedication to upholding public safety and holding offenders accountable for their deeds.

The incident is still under investigation by the authorities, and the outcome will depend on future court cases.