On Thursday, May 17, 2018, at 12:00, the Palo Alto County Sheriff’s Office investigated a report of a violation of a protective order at 201 West Lost Island Street, Graettinger. Following the investigation, the Palo Alto County Sheriff’s Office arrested Matthew McGrauth (22), of Graettinger, for violation of a protective order, which is a simple misdemeanor. McGrauth was transported, without incident, to the Palo Alto County Jail and booked in to await his initial appearance before a magistrate.
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