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Alexander County Man Charged After Allegedly Assaulting Deputy

May 20, 2024 By Richard C. Gilbert

Jeremy Lynn Benfield-Cooper

Jeremy Lynn Benfield-Cooper, age 48 of Hiddentite, was arrested Friday, May 17th by the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office. He was charged with second-degree trespassing, assault on a law enforcement officer and resisting arrest. As of earlier today Cooper remains in custody with a secured bond of $25,000.

Photo: Alexander County Sheriff’s Office

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