Matthew Justin Deutsch arrested on felony theft and related charges
Authorities say Deutsch did not return rented equipment valued at over $10,000 after his rental agreement ended; he faces three third‑degree felony charges.
On Sept. 8, 2026 a victim reported that equipment valued at more than $10,000 was not returned after a rental agreement ended; the renter, Matthew Justin Deutsch, had paid fees through July 2026 but could not be reached. An arrest warrant dated Sept. 11 led to his stop by Sugarloaf Police on Sept. 14; he was arraigned by District Magistrate Rick Cronauer in Wilkes‑Barre with $7,500 unsecured bail. A preliminary hearing is set for 10:00 a.m. on Sept. 23, 2026 at the Luzerne County Central Court; charges include theft by unlawful taking, theft of services, and receiving stolen property, all third‑degree felonies.