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5 days ago
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Man stole vehicle from Harrison County dealership, deputies say
CLARKSBURG, (WBOY) — A man was arrested Thursday afternoon after deputies with the Lewis County Sheriff's Office said he stole a vehicle from a Harrison County car lot. On Thursday, the Lewis County Sheriff's Office received a report from Harrison County regarding a stolen 2024 Jeep Wagoneer that was reportedly stolen from Black Bear Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, according to a press release. The vehicle was reported to have no registration and was being driven by a white man wearing a hat and camouflage jacket with 'distinctive red marker stripes on his arm.' At about 1:50 p.m., law enforcement officers said they saw a vehicle matching the description driving north on Center Avenue in Weston. Lewis County deputies said they initiated a traffic stop near the intersection with East 4th Street, but the driver fled the scene. Man charged after allegedly shooting victim in head in Barbour County Deputies pursued the vehicle, which ran through an occupied intersection before stopping on the north end of Center Avenue, the release said. The driver, identified as Joshua W. Merritt, 38, was then taken into custody. Merritt has been charged with felony fleeing with reckless indifference and grand larceny. He's being held in the Central Regional Jail. As of Thursday evening, his mugshot does not appear in the West Virginia Division of Corrections system. Deputies said the Jeep Wagoneer was recovered and returned to the dealership. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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29-05-2025
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Oregon sex offender arrested in Jefferson County over alleged registry violation
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – A 60-year-old that was a registered sex offender in Oregon living in Lewis County has arrested after an alleged sex offender registry violation. According to the Lewis County Sheriff's Office, Benjamin 'Ben' Robert Schmult moved to the town of New Bremen from Oregon on May 2. Two Lewis County businesses get $60,000 in funding Authorities said that Schmult failed to complete his ongoing 10-year parole sentence and stated he contacted the New York State Sex Offender Registry. However, he failed to change his address and register his social media accounts. Schmult is a level three sex offender in Oregon, but Lewis County Sheriff's officials said that he failed to contact New York's registry to be given a level. Deputies also said that Schmult had been using aliases such as 'Robert', 'Neb' and 'Bryan' while in the area. Schmult was also not able to be located at his listed address on the Adams Hill Road in the town of New Bremen since May 20. Authorities said that Schmult was located at Love's Truck Stop in the town of Watertown, where had had been allegedly living out of his 2004 Ford Focus for the last few weeks. A subsequent investigation found that Schmult has an active warrant, but that state refused extradition. Schmult was processed at the Public Safety Building and arraigned in the Town of New Bremen CAP Court. He is currently being held in the Lewis County Jail without bail. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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15-05-2025
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Motorcyclist killed in Lewis County crash
WEST TURIN, N.Y. (WWTI) – A 39-year-old Glenfield man died as a result of a crash involving an SUV and a motorcycle on Wednesday afternoon in Lewis County. According to the Lewis County Sheriff's Office, a 2018 Chevrolet Traverse operated by 37-year-old Jennifer Lucas of West Turin was traveling southbound of State Route 12 when she allegedly field to yield the right of way while turning into the parking lot of a local Stewart's Shop. Carthage woman charged with alleged $40,000 in welfare fraud Authorities said that Lucas allegedly failed to yield to a northbound motorcycle operated by Dillon Deveines. Emergency personnel tried to save Deveines with life-saving measures. However, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation is currently ongoing. Lewis County Sheriff's were assisted by the New York State Collision Reconstruction Unit, Lyons Falls Ambulance, Lyons Falls Fire Department, Port Leyden Fire Department, Constableville Ambulance, Lewis County Search and Rescue, Lifenet 7-14 and Unlimited Collisions. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
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Lewis County crash claims life of driver
TOWN OF TURIN, N.Y. (WWTI) – A Monday afternoon crash in Lewis County has claimed the life of one person. According to the Lewis County Sheriff's Office, a 1988 Ford dump truck operated by 49-year-old David Kantor was traveling eastbound of Lyman Road. Authorities said that Lyman failed to negotiate a curve in the roadway. New York State budget tweaks Foundation Aid formula The dump truck then struck a parked trailer and an excavator located on the Gomer Hill Road. Kantor was transported to a nearby landing zone and where airlifted to SUNY Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse. However, he later died as a result of his injuries. The investigation is currently ongoing to Sheriff's officials. The New York State Collision Reconstruction Unit and Commercial Vehicle Unit, Lyons Falls Ambulance, Turin Fire Department, Town of Turin Highway Department and Groff's Towing all assisted on the scene. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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02-05-2025
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Fire destroys bridge on Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad
The Brief A fire has destroyed a crucial wooden trestle bridge on the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad, affecting future freight and passenger services. The organization, which recently finalized the purchase of the railroad, is seeking community support to cover costs related to rebuilding efforts. MINERAL, Wash. - A fire has destroyed a crucial wooden trestle bridge on the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad, impacting future freight and passenger services. The bridge, located between Mineral and Morton, was reported burning to the fire department at 6:40 p.m. on Wednesday. It took fire crews over an hour to reach the remote site, and by the time railroad staff arrived at 8:45 p.m., the damage was extensive. The bridge, rebuilt 20 years ago, was structurally sound and essential for reopening services to Morton. "That span carried more than trains. It carried the weight of our financial stability, our plans for local industry, and the future of the communities we serve," the railroad's statement said. The organization, which recently finalized the purchase of the railroad, has been working to expand its operations. "Our organization has done a herculean amount of work in the last two and a half years. We've carried more passengers than ever before. We've cleared more track. We've fought for every inch of progress with sweat, sacrifice, and no shortage of stress," the statement continued. The railroad is seeking community support to rebuild and launched a gofundme. Donations will help cover insurance deductibles, legal costs, and recovery planning. "If you've ever believed in what we're building here—or if you're just as mad as we are that someone tried to destroy it—please help us rebuild. This place matters," the statement urged. FOX 13 Seattle reached out to the Lewis County Sheriff's Office to learn about The Source Information in this story comes from a verified gofundme and the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad. Underwater volcano poised to erupt off OR coast, Seattle scientists say Teen in custody for stabbing mother's boyfriend, Pierce County deputies say Rumors claim Seattle ports are 'dead'. Here's the truth Thousands expected at Seattle's May Day protests. Here's what to know Houdini Fly Hunt launched in WA, OR. Here's what to do if you spot one To get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter. Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national news.
