The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office reports a man from Hamburg was arrested on Harassment, Extortion and Stalking, charges. Officials say 22-year old Jeremy Rhoades was being held in the Fremont County Jail, pending an initial court appearance. Authorities allege that from March 11th through the 17th, Rhoades began harassing a female at numerous locations around Hamburg. He is also accused of accessing her email and social media accounts, and sending harassing messages to her contacts. It was further alleged that on two occasions Rhoades was armed with a blunt instrument, with the intent to intimidate the victim. He also allegedly threatened to damage the victim’s property for his own financial gain.

Jeremy Rhoades

On March 17th, Rhoades was placed under arrest for Harassment 2nd Degree (third or subsequent offense) and Harassment 3rd Degree. Rhoades was being held on a $1,000 10% bond. The next day, Rhoades was further charged with Harassment 1st Degree (an Aggravated Misdemeanor), Harassment 2nd Degree (a Serious Misdemeanor), Extortion (a Class D Felony), and Stalking while in Possession of a Dangerous Weapon (a Class D Felony).