Former La Marque City Manager Joshua Pritchett Arrested on Felony Charges

Arrest and Charges

• 👮 Joshua Pritchett, the former La Marque city manager, was arrested on multiple felony and misdemeanor charges.
• ⛓️ He was taken into custody in the Dallas area and later bonded out of jail.

Allegations and Investigation

• 🔥 The investigation began after Pritchett's fence was set on fire, with a message left in graffiti referencing a city councilman.
• 🚨 Police allege Pritchett committed the arson, along with felony tampering with evidence, making a false report, and fraud.
• 📄 Pritchett resigned from his position shortly after the arson investigation began.

Resume Misrepresentation

• 🤥 Prior to his resignation, Pritchett faced allegations of lying about his military service and college education on his job application.
• 💼 His resignation letter cited harassment and retaliation but did not directly address the resume discrepancies.
• 🗣️ Authorities confirmed an investigation into the misrepresentation of his qualifications.