Ranson Man Arrested for Threatening Police at Hotel
W.Va. man accused of pulling gun on police, bystander
The Winchester Star | Monday, October 13, 2025
A Ranson man, Brian Keith Jones, was arrested for allegedly brandishing a gun at deputies while under the influence of methamphetamine at a Holiday Inn Express in Frederick County. After reports of him waving a firearm near bystanders, law enforcement quickly apprehended him, discovering additional meth inside his room and vehicle. This troubling incident, which raises concerns for safety in the region, illustrates ongoing issues with substance abuse and public safety in local communities. He remains in custody pending a bond hearing.
