Fairfield Twp. woman charged with desecrating graves

A Fairfield Twp. woman is charged with desecrating graves at Rose Hill Funeral Home and Burial Park.

Police say that on May 26, Christina Marie Sumner, 42, purposely mistreated multiple graves at the cemetery, including removing flowers and tossing them aside, throwing rocks at graves, moving flowers from one grave to another, and removing American flags planted next to several graves.

In addition to desecration, Sumner also is charged with obstructing official business, both of which are second-degree misdemeanors. Sumner could face up to a 90-day jail term and $750 fine for each of the charges.

Sumner remains in the Butler County Jail on a $5,000 bond. Her arraignment on Wednesday was continued until June 25 in Butler County Area II Court in Hamilton. The judge also ordered a psychological evaluation, according to court records.

Credit: Provided

Credit: Provided

ExploreClick here for more Crime & Law news

In Other News

‘Ohio tax system broke:’ Property tax reform bill introduced that could...

‘A great game-changer’: Community celebrates new $15M Badin HS sports...

Hue Mane opens relocated salon in Lindenwald

Romanian national pleads guilty to bank fraud impacting Liberty Twp.

Investigation ongoing into Liberty Twp. ransomware attack

About the Author

Michael D. Pitman

Michael D. Pitman has been a reporter in southwest Ohio since 1999. He's covered local governments in Warren and Butler counties, as well as state and national issues. He currently covers the cities of Fairfield and Hamilton.