HINTON, W.Va. (Hinton News) — Two local men were arrested Tuesday after an investigation into stolen firearms led deputies to the Esquire Cemetery area, according to the Summers County Sheriff’s Office.
Ralph Shaun New and William Rutherford, both of Hinton, face multiple charges, including:
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Burglary
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Grand Larceny
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Conspiracy
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Felon in possession of a firearm
Ralph Shaun New
William Rutherford
The investigation, led by Deputy L.A. Harvey, determined that the original burglary took place on Ballengee Street in Hinton. While authorities successfully recovered 10 of the stolen firearms during the course of the investigation, several others remain missing.
Sheriff’s deputies indicated that more arrests are pending as the investigation continues.
The department is asking anyone with information regarding the incident to contact the Summers County Sheriff’s Office.
