Atlanta, GA, September 2, 2026 —

A man identified as Eric Virta, a resident of Cartersville, has been arrested in Cherokee County, Alabama, following an incident in which he allegedly attempted to evade law enforcement by swimming across Weiss Lake.

According to authorities, Virta was a wanted individual, facing charges related to a probation violation and additional unspecified offenses. Deputies attempted to apprehend Virta, but he reportedly took to the water, swimming across the lake in an effort to escape capture.

Law enforcement officers pursued Virta and eventually took him into custody in Cherokee County. The specific timeline of the events, including the date of the arrest and the duration of the swim, was not immediately available. Details regarding the nature of the “other charges” beyond the probation violation also remain unspecified in the provided information.

The manner of his apprehension after crossing the lake was not detailed. Information concerning the specific law enforcement agency involved or any circumstances leading up to the evasion attempt is also pending further clarification. It was not immediately clear if Virta sustained any injuries during the reported swim across Weiss Lake. The exact location where he was apprehended on the Alabama side of the lake was also not disclosed.

Virta was wanted for a probation violation and the aforementioned other charges prior to the incident involving his alleged attempt to evade deputies by swimming. The outcome of his arrest, including any new charges filed or his current legal status, has not been released. The contractor’s name, if applicable to the situation, was not provided.



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