Harrison County Courthouse Hit by Cybersecurity Incident
The Harrison County courthouse and Sheriff’s Department Tax Office in Clarksburg, West Virginia, experienced a cybersecurity incident, prompting an immediate investigation. The Harrison County Commission confirmed the breach in a statement on Friday but did not disclose the severity or specifics of the attack.
Officials reported that the incident impacted certain network systems, leading them to enlist external cybersecurity experts and notify law enforcement. The investigation remains active, with authorities working to determine the scope and nature of the breach. Due to the early stage of the probe, no further details have been confirmed.
The disruption caused delays at the courthouse, with some residents turned away while attempting to pay property taxes on Friday. The county has pledged to provide updates as more information becomes available.
Source: https://wvmetronews.com/2026/04/25/harrison-county-courthouse-hit-with-cyber-security-incident/
Harrison County Commission TPRM report: https://www.rankiteo.com/company/chamber-of-commerce-of-harrison-county
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