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George Wagner, IV’s lawyers focus on death penalty in appeals arguments, ask for new trial

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Lawyers for George Wagner IV, convicted in the 2016 Pike County massacre, argued Thursday before the Ohio Fourth District Court of Appeals for a new trial, citing an unfair initial trial. The hearing, held before two judges due to a third judge’s absence, focused on a plea deal involving Wagner’s brother and […]

Posted inChillicothe, FEATURED, Local News, Pike County, Piketon, Ross County, Wagner, Wagner FAST FACTS, Waverly

George Wagner, IV’s lawyers focus on death penalty in appeals arguments, ask for new trial

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Lawyers for George Wagner IV, convicted in the 2016 Pike County massacre, argued Thursday before the Ohio Fourth District Court of Appeals for a new trial, citing an unfair initial trial. The hearing, held before two judges due to a third judge’s absence, focused on a plea deal involving Wagner’s brother and […]

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Chillicothe Police Crime Log – April 16, 2025

On April 15, 2025, the Chillicothe Police Department responded to 23 incidents across the city, ranging from thefts and traffic violations to domestic violence and drug-related offenses. Several investigations remain ongoing, with police handling both criminal and non-criminal matters throughout the day and evening. Below is a summary of each reported case. Unruly Juvenile Arrest […]

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