On 8/8/2023, deputies responded to a well being check on Mallow Road in Covington, Virginia. Upon arrival, it was discovered that the front door was busted and a female ran out to deputies and a male subject ran back into the home. Upon investigation, a broken firearm and ammunition was discovered in the home.
Arrested was Monte Franklin Curtis, Jr., age 41 of Mallow Road in Covington, Virginia. Mr. Curtis was arrested for possession of firearm after being convicted of a violent felony. Mr. Curtis was incarcerated in Alleghany Regional Jail with no bond.
The Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Virginia State Police.