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ALLEGHANY COUNTY, VA (VR) – On June 27, 2026, Deputies from the Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office were notified of a situation at 100 Nicholas Drive involving child abuse and domestic abuse.
After a lengthy investigation warrants were obtained for 4 felony and 3 misdemeanor offenses.
On June 28, 2026, members of the Alleghany County Regional Emergency Response Team were called out to serve warrants on Austin Smith due to statements Smith had made about using firearms to cause further violence, but prior to arrival at the residence Smith was arrested by Alleghany County Sheriff’s Deputies.
Smith is being held at the Alleghany County Regional Jail without bond.
If you know of anyone that is suffering from domestic abuse (physical or mental) contact the Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office at 540-965-1770 or local law enforcement by dialing 911.
