Berkeley County Delegate-Elect Arrested for Threats Against Fellow Legislators Amid Political Turmoil
Eastern Panhandle Delegate-Elect Arrested On Charges Of Terroristic Threats To Sitting Delegates
The Intelligencer | Thursday, December 12, 2024
By Staff
Joseph de Soto, a Berkeley County delegate-elect, was arrested for making terroristic threats against fellow legislators, as reported by The Intelligencer. An investigation revealed he made explicit threats to kill several delegates following a Republican Caucus meeting where his position was under scrutiny. De Soto allegedly expressed that 'God called him to kill' certain delegates and had sent threatening emails regarding his intentions. Del. Wayne Clark shared his concerns about safety after being named in the threats. The investigation is ongoing, and de Soto's bond was set at $300,000.
