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Post by Sher on Dec 9, 2005 1:37:55 GMT -5
1978 Murder of Nick Johnson
The Cold Case Unit of the West Virginia State Police is seeking information concerning the murder of Nick Johnson. Mr. Johnson was the victim of a brutal attack that took place in his home on June 8, 1978 in Sprague (Beckley Area), West Virginia. Mr. Johnson was a retired coal miner and would frequent Barney’s Bar in Beckley. The Cold Case Unit is seeking anyone that may have information concerning Mr. Johnson and this investigation. If you have information, please contact Sergeant Danny Swiger at 304-329-1101 or Sergeant Mike Spradlin at 304-647-7600 or contact your local State Police Detachment. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may submit a tip by clicking on the “Submit OnlineTips” on the main page.
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Post by Sher on Dec 9, 2005 1:38:28 GMT -5
Elkins State Police Seek Help with 24 year old Case
On November 18, 1980, Clarence "moses" Riffle, a 76 year old retired coal miner, was murdered at his residence near Jimtown, WV. Mr. Riffle was shot to death at his residence. The perpetrator(s) removed money from the residence as well as a .410 gauge Westernfield bolt action shotgun. This weapon had the victim's name, written on a piece of paper, and was hidden under the buttplate of the weapon.
This case has no current leads and the Elkins Detachment of the West Virginia State Police is seeking information. Anyone having information concerning this crime is urged to contact the Elkins Detachment of the West Virginia State Police at (304)637-0200.
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Post by Sher on Dec 9, 2005 1:38:56 GMT -5
Greenbrier County Unidentified Asian Female
On September 26, 2002, a body was discovered in the Greenbrier State Forest by a passerby. The body was over an embankment along Greenbrier State Forest Road (Harts Run).
The body has been examined and determined to be of Asian descent with a height of 4'2" to 5'2", the age is believed to be between 25 to 33 years of age. One article of clothing was Mercata brand orange shorts which are only sold in Walmart stores in Mexico. The person's teeth were all found to be origional with a few fillings. It was determined that the individual was probably right-handed. A pair of green swimming goggles was located near the body. A blue Ford Escort was seen in the area and may possibly be linked to the crime.
Any information please contact the WV State Police, Lewisburg Detachment at (304)647-7600
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Post by Sher on Dec 9, 2005 1:40:33 GMT -5
Unidentified Human Remains Recovered May 9, 2001 in Greenbrier County off US Route 60
Information known about the victim: 1. Age 37-47 2. Female/White 3. Has bore at least one child 4. May be left handed 5. Height approximately 5 ft. 6. History of quality professional dental care 7. May have been a smoker 8. Time since death - probably at least 3 yrs before discovery (May 1998) 9. Chip in lower tooth present during life
Information not known about victim: 1. Hair color 2. Eye color
Anyone with information about the identity of the victim or any other information concerning this body or crime, contact the West Virginia State Police - Lewisburg Detachment at (304)647-7600.
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Post by Sher on Dec 9, 2005 1:42:24 GMT -5
On November 25, 1997, a body was located near the eastbound entrance ramp of I-64 at Dunbar. The body was identified as that of Cecil E. Dowell, age 46, of Edmond in Fayette County, WV. The investigation revealed that Dowell was reported as a missing person on November 5, 1997. The autopsy showed that the time of death was near the November 5th date and was caused by injuries sustained as a result of being struck by a vehicle. Further investigation found that the striking vehicle was definitely a Glacier Blue colored Chrysler vehicle and was a 1984, 1985, or 1988 model. It is also believed that the vehicle could be a 1984 or 1985 Plymouth Voyager or Dodge Caravan due to vehicle parts located at the scene, however, the latter could be due to a previous accident. It is the theory of the investigating officers that a person or persons unknown may have struck the subject not knowing that a person had been hit. The West Virginia State Police wishes to close this investigation.
Anyone with information can provide anonymous information to the "Anonymous Tips" section of this website or can contact Senior Trooper S.P. Owens at the Winfield Detachment at 304-586-2000 or via fax at 304-586-0763.
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Post by Sher on Dec 9, 2005 1:44:29 GMT -5
HOMICIDE VICTIM INFORMATION WANTED ABOUT THE IDENTITY OF THE VICTIM $1,000.00 REWARD POSSIBLE THIS UNKNOWN WHITE MALE WAS LAST SEEN AT THE SHEETZ STORE IN MT. JACKSON, VA WITH TWO HISPANIC MALES. HE WAS LATER FOUND MURDERED IN WEST VIRGINIA. HE IS FURTHER DESCRIBED AS FAIR SKINNED WITH A LOT OF FRECKLES, REDDISH BLONDE HAIR. TATOOS INCLUDE A BIRD OR EAGLE WITH RAISED WINGS AND A BANNER ACROSS THE TAIL FEATHERS ON THE RIGHT OUTER FOREARM, INNER RIGHT FOREARM HAS A DAGGER OR SWORD; UNDERSIDE OF RIGHT FOREARM IS A PROFILE OF A SKULL WITH BANDANA AND A CIGARETTE HANGING FROM IT'S MOUTH; LEFT OUTER FOREARM IS A COILED COBRA SITTING IN THE STRIKE POSITION; INNER FOREARM IS AROSE WITH BANNER AROUND THE STEM; BOTH WRIST HAVE TATOOS OF CHAIN AROUND THEM; GARFIELD THE CAT TATOOED ON THE UPPER RIGHT CHEST, ODIE THE DOG HOLDING A SHOE IN HIS MOUTH IS TATOOED ON THE UPPER LEFT CHEST. IF YOU HAVE INFORMATION CALL THE WEST VIRGINIA STATE POLICE AT 304-822-3561, 304-367-0025 OR YOUR LOCAL POLICE. ALL CALLS WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL REFER TO WVSP CASE# 98C-00051, TROOPER R. E. COOPER
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Post by Sher on Dec 9, 2005 1:45:57 GMT -5
The State Police need your help in identifying human remains found in Greenbrier County. Estimated time of disappearance/death: October 1998 to January 1999. Approximate Age: 25 to 45 years of age Race: White Gender: Female Hair: Brown Height: 5'2" to 5'6" Medium Build The unidentified remains have been profiled as a female subject with prior dental work done in the latter part of her teenage years. She has had a dental partial in the past that was to replace one of her front teeth, but may have not been used in recent years. She has had limited finances due to evidence found at the scene of the crime. The individual was wearing the necklace pictured below. It is described as a Brazilian point, blue in color, with a silver braided cloth rope. Also, the female was wearing a blue and black sweater with gold glitter, khaki colored coat, light red or pink socks. If any information contained fits the description of a person in which you know as missing, please contact Trooper T. L. Bragg with the West Virginia State Police Lewisburg Detachment at (304)647-7600 or the Greenbrier County Sheriff Department.
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Post by Sher on Dec 9, 2005 1:46:36 GMT -5
1950 Murdered White Female Unsolved Case On June 10, 1950 a white, female body was discovered near old US 522 by the Hanthingy Bridge. The body was a white female, approximately 30 to 35 years old, 5'5" tall, weighing 125 to 130 pounds, with auburn colored hair. The victim had been strangled. To date, the victim has never been identified.
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Post by Sher on Dec 9, 2005 1:47:35 GMT -5
Roberta Elam The State Police needs your Help to Heat Up A Cold Case The West Virginia State Police Cold Case Investigations Unit and the Ohio County Sheriff's Department are requesting your help to heat up a cold case. On June 13, 1977 Roberta Elam, a Postulant Nun, was raped and murdered on the grounds of Mount Saint Joseph's Convent, near Wheeling, West Virginia. Numerous hours were put into this investigation to no avail. Recently, the investigation was heated up and new forensic evidence has been identified through DNA analysis. We are trying to locate anyone who may have information concerning this investigation. If you have information you are asked to contact Sergeant Danny Swiger with the Cold Case Unit at (304)329-1101 or Ohio County Deputy Sheriff, Lieutenant Joe Cuchta at (304)234-3741 or contact your local State Police Detachment. The tip you give may help solve this horrible crime.
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