Winchester Man Arrested On Federal Warrant Over Alleged Enticement
Federal agents arrested Winchester resident Matthew Fusselman on December 3 after a federal warrant accused him of enticing a minor in Morgan County between about November 20 and December 3, 2025. The case matters to local residents because it involves alleged criminal conduct toward a child, a federal investigation, and limited public records at this stage that affect transparency and community trust.
Federal authorities arrested 33 year old Matthew Fusselman of Winchester on December 3 after obtaining a federal warrant alleging he enticed a minor in Morgan County in a period beginning about November 20 and ending about December 3, 2025. The arrest followed an investigation that culminated in the filing of a federal complaint, portions of which have been redacted.
Details in the complaint are limited because parts have been redacted and additional court documents may be sealed or otherwise restricted at this stage of the case. Those restrictions mean the public record currently provides a narrower view of investigative findings than is typical for open criminal proceedings. The arrest and complaint were filed by federal authorities after the investigation produced probable cause sufficient to secure a warrant.
The allegation involves alleged enticement of a minor, a matter that federal prosecutors can pursue when evidence suggests cross jurisdictional elements or serious criminal conduct. No conviction has been entered, and an arrest alone does not establish guilt. Legal proceedings will determine whether the government can prove the charges beyond a reasonable doubt. Prosecutors may seek to keep certain filings sealed while they complete investigative steps or protect the identity of victims and witnesses.
For Morgan County residents the case raises immediate concerns about child safety and public information. Families and community institutions may seek assurances from law enforcement about steps being taken to protect minors and to keep the public informed within the limits the court permits. The presence of federal investigators underscores the seriousness with which authorities treat allegations of this nature, and highlights the intersection of local policing and federal prosecutorial resources.
Authorities ask anyone with information related to this matter to contact law enforcement. Given the potential for sealed or redacted records at this phase, community members who can provide tips or relevant evidence can play a role in ensuring the case proceeds on a full factual record.
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