Man who has been exposing himself in Ohio and West Virginia malls and retail stores turns himself in

GRANVILLE, W.Va. — A Virginia man accused of exposing himself to women at several retail stores in the tri-state area turned himself in, authorities said.

Ohio County Sheriff Nelson Croft said 42-year-old Robert Edward Smith Jr., of Centreville, Virginia, surrendered at the Granville Police Department on Friday and posted a $75,000 bond.

Charges remain pending in other jurisdictions.

A warrant for Smith was issued in Granville, one of five locations where he allegedly exposed himself, officials said.

The incidents — all reported within several hours — involved stores including T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, and Target.

Croft said Detective Major Doug Ernest worked the case alongside other agencies. In some instances, witnesses or victims were able to capture photos of the suspect, which aided