A few updates on the Presgraves affair

Reviewing an article in last week's Page News and Courier, there have been a few new developments in the case against former Sheriff Presgraves:

• a second indictment, for false statements during the investigation, has been filed
• the former sheriff will go to trial on the original 22 charges on September 16 in Harrisonburg
• the Presgraves' home in Page County is for sale

The first indictment on 22 counts was the product of a long and circuitous investigation. I suppose it is easy to understand that a false statements charge could be made. Still, I prefer to leave all of this as "alledged" crimes until the trial. They are accusations until he's had his day in court.

The paper does get a bit sensational in its description of the Presgrave house for sale, going as far as to list the address! It is newsworthy, at the end, as there is an allegation in the original set of charges that the former sheriff illegally used inmate labor for home improvements. Here is the listing, taken from the Weichert.com site:

MLS PA7049999: Distinctive 10+acre secluded country-style compound. 5,440 s/f, 3BRs/3.5BAs with large game/recreation room. MBR w/private balcony. Sprawling covered pavilion w/summer kitchen; 2 ponds w/fountains/decks; large event area w/outdoor grills and baths-perfect for weddings,etc.; separate guest quarters; 2 garages for up to 12 cars; extensive landscaping. Unique property! Dimensions approx.

The Hawksbill Cabin will continue to follow this story as it develops.