Investigators ask for information on 4 people in murder of family of 8

Investigators ask for information on 4 people in murder of family of 8
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Jack Phillips
6/20/2017
Updated:
6/20/2017

More than a year after family of eight was killed—execution style—in rural Ohio, investigators have provided few updates—until now.

Investigators in the murder investigation of the Rhoden family slaying in Pike County are asking for information regarding another family of four, George “Billy” Wagner, III, 46; Angela Wagner, 46; George Wagner IV, 25; and Edward “Jake” Wagner, 24.

The Wagners are listed as ex-residents of Peterson Road in Peebles, Ohio, and they’re believed to currently be living somewhere in Alaska, NBC4i reported.

The Dayton Daily News reported that investigators learned of the family’s whereabouts from a family friend.

“Investigators are interested in receiving information regarding any interactions, conversations, dealings, or transactions that the public may have had with these individuals, which could be personal, business, or otherwise. Specifically, information could include, but is not limited to, information regarding vehicles, firearms, and ammunition,” the Ohio Attorney General’s Office said, Fox8 reported.

The bodies of the family were found on four properties located on Union Hill Road and owned by Christopher Rhoden Sr., who was one of the victims. Three young kids were found unharmed. Officials found numerous illegal marijuana plants.

Officials have asked anyone with information to call the Pike County, Ohio, Sheriff’s Office at 1-740-947-2111.

Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter with 15 years experience who started as a local New York City reporter. Having joined The Epoch Times' news team in 2009, Jack was born and raised near Modesto in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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