News Stories for February 2013
Stories for Wednesday, February 27
Trial continues in Ohio Craigslist killings case
A trial continued on Wednesday in the case of an Ohio man accused of killing three men and wounding a fourth after they replied to phony Craigslist job ads. Suspect Richard Beasley faces the death penalty if convicted of the killings that began last August. The trial enters ...
Moundsville man charged with strong-armed robbery
A Moundsville man who police said was involved in an assault over the weekend is facing additional charges. Christopher Vennis is charged with strong-armed robbery. Moundsville police said Vennis was walking last week in town and hit a man on the street and stole a case of beer from him. ...
Official: Less than 50 gallons of oil, not 200, spills into Ohio River
An official with Ergon in Newell said that less than 50 gallons of oil spilled into the Ohio River on Tuesday, which is much less than initially believed. The spill happened around 6 p.m. and was quickly contained. Officials with Ergon initially said that less than 200 gallons spilled ...
Both suspects in Hancock Co. bank robbery in custody
After a string of bank robberies stretching across multiple states, Russell Culbreth, 34, and Neredia Jade Marie Ferrer, 19, are now being detained in the Cumberland County jail in North Carolina, officials said. Both are accused in connection with a robbery at the Hancock County Savings Bank in New Cumberland ...
I-70 ramp closed in Ohio County; drivers should expect delays
Drivers on part of Interstate 70 in Ohio County should prepare for delays on Wednesday. The entrance ramp from U.S. Route 40 to I-70 westbound at Exit 5 is expected to be closed until 3 p.m. while crews do repair work. Drivers are advised to take alternate routes and allow ...
Lane restrictions in effect on Sinclair Ave. in Steubenville
Drivers on part of Sinclair Avenue in Steubenville should expect delays until Friday. Traffic on Sinclair Avenue between John Scott Highway and Lovers Lane will be reduced to one lane Wednesday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. During those times, crews will be installing a sanitary ...
Multiple crews respond to structure fire in Belmont Co.
Three fire departments responded to a structure fire early Wednesday in Belmont County. It was not clear as of Wednesday afternoon if anyone was injured or what may have sparked the blaze. According to dispatchers, the call came in around 1 a.m. as a fully involved fire in Jacobsburg ...
Stories for Tuesday, February 26
Man killed in Carroll Co. blaze; Fire marshal investigating
Officials with the state fire marshal's office are investigating a fatal fire in Carroll County. Edgar Grimes was killed in the blaze at a mobile home on Bachelor Road in Rose Township. Emergency dispatchers received the call just after 4 p.m. Tuesday, and firefighters found Grimes dead inside. Several fire ...
2 deputies seek treatment after attack
A sergeant and a deputy with the Belmont County Sheriff's Office had to be treated at the Ohio Valley Medical Center after being assaulted Tuesday afternoon. According to Sheriff David Lucas, both deputies responded to a call in Lloydsville for a combative patient. The Cumberland Trail Fire Department was told ...
Firearms instructor reacts to approval of concealed carry permit
A firearms instructor certified through the National Rifle Association reacted to news that NEWS9's Kelly Camarote was approved for a Non-Resident Concealed Carry Permit out of Virginia. Camarote completed an online course on firearms safety to be eligible for the permit. "It's invaluable to have live fire associated with any ...
Wheeling mayor delivers fourth annual State of the City address
WHEELING, W.Va.—It’s a big day each year for the Friendly City. Tuesday, Wheeling Mayor Andy McKenzie delivered his fourth annual State of the City address. McKenzie kicked off Tuesday's address by reflecting on the successes of the year that was. He mentioned the 1100 block's dismantling and new ...
Manchin releases budget cut details in W.Va.
U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin says automatic federal budget cuts set to go into effect Friday would mean National Guard and civilian defense layoffs in the state, along with reduced funding for programs such as education, and public health and safety. The West Virginia Democrat said Tuesday that while ...
Suspect accused in Hancock Co. bank robbery caught in NC
Police have apprehended one of the suspects accused of robbing a Hancock County bank last week. Russell Culbreth was picked up in Fayetteville, N.C., on Tuesday in connection with the robbery at the Hancock County Savings Bank in New Cumberland. Hancock County Sheriff Ralph Fletcher confirmed to NEWS9 that ...
Police make another arrest in Marshall Co. beating, more suspects sought
Police have made another arrest and are still looking for three more people as they investigate a brutal beating from over the weekend in Marshall County. David Dolin was arrested and booked into the Northern Regional Jail on Monday. Police previously arrested 19-year-old Christopher Vennis and 20-year-old Edward Nelson. ...
W.Va. DEP investigating 95,000-gallon wastewater spill in Marshall Co.
The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection is investigating a large wastewater spill near a gas drilling site in Marshall County. The incident happened Friday night in Dallas. NEWS9 first learned about the spill through an incident report from the National Response Center. Officials said the spill happened at Noble ...
Former Congressman Wilson suffers stroke in Fla.
Eastern Ohio Congressman Charlie Wilson suffered a stroke while in Florida last week, according to a statement released Tuesday by Wilson's family. Initial reports from NEWS9's news partner David Blomquist at WWVA-AM radio were that Wilson's situation was "dire," although the family's statement says they're hopeful he will make a ...
Man accused of damaging yards while driving drunk, faces numerous charges
A Uhrichsville man is facing a slew of charges after he was arrested for allegedly driving drunk through his yard and his neighbor's yards, causing a lot of damage. Officials with the Uhrichsville Police Department said 21-year-old Garett Civiello is charged with resisting arrest, criminal mischief, operating a vehicle while ...
UNEDITED: United Steelworkers news release on Ormet bankruptcy
Membership Update February 25, 2013 Ormet Files for Bankruptcy Ormet filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in the Delaware bankruptcy courts on Monday February 25th. The USW has been in contact with the Company about the bankruptcy filing; however we were not able to communicate earlier because of confidentiality ...
UNEDITED: Ormet news release on sale, Chapter 11 process
Ormet Corporation Reaches Agreement on Debt Restructuring and Sale of Business to Wayzata Investment Partners Ormet Files Voluntary Chapter 11 Petition to Facilitate the Restructuring; Operations to Continue Without Interruption During Chapter 11 Process; Wayzata to Provide $30 million in Debtor-in-Possession (DIP) Financing Hannibal, Ohio – Ormet Corporation, a leading ...
Prosecutors present Ohio Craigslist evidence
A man who says he was wounded by gunfire but escaped has testified as prosecutors try to show robbery and identity theft were motives behind attacks two years ago that left three men in Ohio dead. They were lured by phony Craigslist job offers. Scott Davis stepped down from ...
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