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Man arrested due to screaming, cussing at people inside store
CHAPMANVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man is in jail after he was screaming and cussing at people inside Speedway in Logan County. On April 16, 2024, Chapmanville Police were dispatched to a disturbance at Speedway of a man screaming and cussing at people inside. The suspect, Ernest Robert Ulbrich Jr., left on foot and walked […]
One sentenced on methamphetamine charges in Logan County
LOGAN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – One individual was sentenced on Friday in relation to multiple charges pertaining to the delivery of methamphetamine. According to Logan County Prosecuting Attorney David Wandling, “o April 19, 2024, Christopher Hairston was sentenced by the Honorable Judge Kelly Codispoti to 10 years in the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation for his […]
Lincoln County community opens 1953 time capsule from Duval High School
GRIFFITHSVILLE, W.Va. (WCHS) — In January 1953, the Griffithsville Masonic Lodge No. 71 put a time capsule into a cornerstone of the former Duval High School. On Saturday, community members gathered at the Duval District Volunteer Fire Department to see what was inside. "We have opened caskets in the...
Man dies in UTV crash
PIKE COUNTY, Ky. (WSAZ) - An investigation is underway into what caused a UTV to turn over, killing a man. According to Kentucky State Police, the crash happened around 11:39 p.m. Saturday night on State Highway 1056 in the McCarr area of Pike County, Ky. Troopers said a 29-year-old from...
Another tragic abuse and neglect case that raises familiar questions
The Boone County Sheriff’s Department made a horrific discovery when they were called to a house in the Morrisvale community this week to investigate a reported death. They found the body of a 14-year-old girl on the bathroom floor. The criminal complaint described the girl’s physical appearance as “shocking...
Mingo County man arrested for Attempted Murder
WILLIAMSON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Mingo County man has been taken into custody in relation to multiple charges. According to the Mingo County Sheriff’s Office, on Thursday, April 18, 2024, deputies with the department, including Sergeant Mines, Corporal Thomas, and Deputy Sipple facilitated the arrest of James Hash. Hash faces charges in relation to property […]
Advocates connecting the dots between 14-year-old’s death and ‘Raylee’s law’ to prevent child neglect cases
BOONE COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – Child advocates and community members continue to mourn the loss of a 14-year-old girl from Morrisvale who died Wednesday due to what deputies called an alleged child neglect situation. As a result, many are also seeking legal changes and action to be taken to prevent a situation like this from […]
Eat your way to free prizes on the Huntington Area Hot Dog Trail
HUNTINGTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – With summer just around the corner, the Huntington Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is firing up the grills and inviting hot dog lovers to embark on a tasty adventure – the Huntington Area Hot Dog Trail! According to the Huntington CVB, this unique self-guided tour, now in its second year, highlights […]
Man arrested after running through yards partially clothed
LOGAN COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man faces charges after running through yards partially clothed. According to Logan County Deputies, on Sunday, April 14, 2024, bystanders advised that Casey Farmer of Chapmanville was partially clothed and running through yards. When deputies made contact with Farmer, he was in a building partially clothed and shouting profanities […]
Man arrested after running naked and screaming
LOGAN COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A West Virginia man is facing charges after running through someone’s property naked and screaming. Logan County Sheriff’s Department says they responded to a call in the Switzer area about a man who was naked and causing a disturbance. One caller stated that the male was on their property naked […]
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