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Cumberland Man Held Without Bond After Assault
27 Jul
Summary
- Ben Richard Metheny faces charges including assault and robbery.
- The incident occurred in the 900 block of Bedford Street.
- Police apprehended Metheny after he attempted to flee.

Ben Richard Metheny, a 47-year-old resident of Cumberland, was arrested and is being held without bond at the Allegany County Detention Center. The arrest is connected to an assault incident that reportedly occurred on July 18.
Metheny has been charged with several offenses, including first- and second-degree assault, robbery, reckless endangerment, and resisting arrest. Authorities issued a warrant for his arrest following the alleged incident on Bedford Street.
Cumberland Police took Metheny into custody on Saturday, July 26, shortly after he attempted to flee from officers. He remains detained as of Sunday, July 27, 2026, pending further proceedings.