DeWine, Reader Call For Tips in Rhoden Murder Investigation

AGO Pike County Sheriff

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
June 19, 2017

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Dan Tierney: 614-466-3840
 Lisa Peterson: 614-466-3840


DeWine, Reader Call For Tips
in Rhoden Murder Investigation


(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and Pike County Sheriff Charles Reader today asked for help from the public in the ongoing investigation into the execution-style killings of eight members of the Rhoden family in Pike County.

Investigators in the murder investigation are asking for information regarding the following persons :

  • George "Billy" Wagner, III, 46
  • Angela Wagner, 46
  • George Wagner IV, 25
  • Edward "Jake" Wagner, 24

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 persons listed are formerly residents of Peterson Road in Peebles, Ohio and are currently believed to be residing in Alaska.

Those who have information are asked to call the BCI tip line at 1-855-BCI-OHIO (224-6446) or the Pike County Sheriff's Office at 740-947-2111. Any information provided will remain confidential, and a $10,000 reward is still in effect.


George "Billy Wagner III

Angela Wagner

George Wagner IV

Edward "Jake" Wagner

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