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Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office warns community about scam calls
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — The Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office warned residents about the reappearance of a phone scam. According to a Facebook post made by the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office, scam calls are going around the community once again where the scammers claim to be from the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office. The Facebook post […]
Rupert man arrested following a physical altercation
RUPERT W.Va. (WVDN) – According to a criminal complaint, on July 8, Travis Wayne Wickline made physical contact with force capable of causing harm or physical pain to another individual. The complaint states that the officer was dispatched to the vicinity of Rupert in Greenbrier County to investigate an altercation that had already happened. When […] The post Rupert man arrested following a physical altercation appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Fayette County man sentenced for the felony crime of fleeing in a vehicle with reckless indifference
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS) — A Fayette County man was sentenced to prison for fleeing with reckless indifference. According to a press release, 41-year-old Joshua L. Pittman, of Fayetteville, was sentenced on Thursday, August 29, 2024 to one to five years in prison for the felony crime of fleeing in a vehicle with reckless indifference. […]
Mercer County Sheriff’s Department issues important statement ahead of Labor Day Weekend
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – Labor Day Weekend is a great time to unwind before the official end of summer, but it could turn dangerous. Many people might celebrate the long weekend with a few drinks. Deputy J.M. Pinter of the Mercer County Sheriff’s Department, who also helps enforce the West Virginia Highways Safety Program, issued […]
Important security details you need to know ahead of the Beaver-Graham rivalry game
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) – The Beaver-Graham rivalry game is a major event, which means plenty of security to ensure the safety of all the spectators, players, and coaches. A clear bag policy will be enforced at the gate this year, according to Tazewell County Public Schools’ website. Tailgating will be allowed, but Sergeant Devon Williams […]
Alfred Jennings, Jr. sentenced to prison on burglary, domestic charges
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Alfred Jennings, Jr. of Oak Hill was sentenced to prison on Thursday in relation to a 2023 break-in incident. Fayette County Prosecuting Attorney, Anthony Ciliberti, Jr. reports that, on October 11, 2024, Jennings broke into the residence of a former girlfriend in the Mt. Hope area. The break-in was followed by […]