A Rockingham man was arrested Thursday (March 10) for stalking.

The Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division arrested Michael Brady Knight, 33, of Rockingham on Thursday for stalking and unlawful communication.

According to Investigator Clay Anderson, the charges stem from numerous reports filed against Knight where he continuously threatened to kill and burn down the home of his ex-girlfriend, who resides in Marlboro County.

Knight was apprehended in Richmond County NC and was transported back to the Marlboro County Detention Center.

Knight received a $ 75,000 surety bond for the stalking and unlawful communication charges.