Arrest alleges sex crime by young Walhallan

A young Walhalla area man has been arrested on the charge of criminal sexual misconduct with a minor or attempt under the age of 11. According to the Oconee Sheriff’s Office, the investigation which led to the arrest of Tristan Craig Phelps, 23, started with a complaint made at the Walhalla Elementary School. Officers responded to the school Friday, March 29. The announcement states the Sheriff’s Office used DNA evidence as part of its investigation.