CRIME & SAFETY
Boone County mother charged in 14-year-old daughter's death after her emaciated body found
BOONE COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A mother in Boone County has been charged with child neglect causing death after her daughter was found "emaciated to a skeletal state," Wednesday morning, according to the Boone County Sheriff's Office. Julie Anne Stone Miller, 49, of Morrisvale, was arrested and booked into...
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...
Man sentenced in 2023 Charleston shooting that injured one person
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A man who pleaded guilty in a 2023 shooting in Charleston was sentenced to prison Thursday. Eric White, 48, of Charleston was sentenced to two to 10 years in prison in a shooting that injured another man in August 2023, according to court officials. Police...
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 […]
‘Operation Reach Out’ highlights resources for crime victims
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Dozens of people gathered at the Robert C. Byrd Courthouse in Charleston Thursday for the 23rd annual Operation Reach Out for victims of crimes, their families and the people who help them. During the event, several awards were given to local stand-out organizations that work daily to assist their community and […]
Charleston woman receives special recognition from FBI for community work and outreach
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Charleston woman has been awarded by the FBI for her work with promoting peace and understanding between faiths in West Virginia, according to a news release from the FBI Pittsburgh Field Office. Ibtesam Sue Barazi received the FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award on Friday...
Charleston animal shelter workers rescue dogs following vehicle crash
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — The Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association was heavily damaged after a U-Haul truck crashed into the building last month. The KCHA released surveillance video from inside the shelter showing the impact of the crash. The footage shows debris spray across the room and into animal cages accompanied by the thunderous sounds of the crash and dogs barking.
Frontier says ‘likely’ cybercrime group gained access to information
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Frontier Communications Parent, Inc. filed a report stating a “likely” cybercrime group accessed personally identifiable information. According to a report filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday, Frontier Communications detected the third party on Sunday, April 14. The company’s report states the third party “gained unauthorized access” to […]
Crime Survivors, Advocates Honored With Ceremony
Survivors of crimes and their advocates gathered Thursday morning for a ceremony at the Robert C. Byrd Federal Courthouse in Charleston. Held days before the start of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, the annual event aims to raise awareness about victims’ rights and grant recognition to the daily resilience of crime survivors.
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