Powerball Winner Faces Fourth Arrest Since Lottery Win
James Farthing, a Powerball winner of $167.3 million, was arrested in Cleveland-Akron (Canton) for the fourth time since winning the lottery.
Cleveland Akron, OH, July 29, 2026 —
James Farthing, who won a $167.3 million Powerball jackpot, has been arrested for the fourth time since his significant lottery win. The arrests occurred in the Cleveland-Akron (Canton) area.
The specific charges for these recent arrests were not detailed in the provided information. The timeline of the arrests in relation to his lottery win was also not specified, beyond the general statement that they occurred since Farthing claimed his prize.
Farthing’s lottery winnings totaled $167.3 million, making him a notable figure in the state. Information regarding the nature of his previous arrests or any legal proceedings that followed was not available.
Further details regarding the circumstances of the latest arrest, the charges filed, and any potential legal outcomes are pending.
Story summarized from the original created by Mark Heim on www.cleveland.com, see more information here.
