David Wetzel
ReporterDavid Wetzel is a journalist of nearly 20 years. He has garnered awards for sports, feature and business writing in addition to multiple headline-writing awards in South Carolina. Wetzel first ventured into newspapers when he was 19 years old and has served in roles as copy editor, desk chief, sports editor and night editor. His most recent role locally was as a breaking news editor. David is a huge Oklahoma City Thunder fan and NBA 2K enthusiast.
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He Said The 'Ills Of Society Had Gotten To Him.' Then He Killed A Man With A Tire Iron: Police
One man suspected in beating a man to death with a tire iron has been arrested. Jermaine Bennett said he did it because the "ills of society had gotten to him."
He Was Part Of A String Of Robberies At Texas Connivence Stores. One Ended With A Owner Dead.
A Texas man who was involved in a string of robberies, including one that turned deadly, has been sentenced to 50 years in prison after taking a plea deal.
Oklahoma Mother Fatally Stabs Neighbor After Their Children Got Into Fight: Police
An Oklahoma City mother fatally stabbed a neighbor after their kids got into a fight, police say. She reportedly met the other woman at the mailbox with a knife.
California Woman Who Killed Innocent Army Veteran During Shootout Arrested
A California woman has been arrested after fatally shooting an innocent bystander, an Army veteran, during a shootout with two other people.
He Shot One Roommate And Then Gunned Down The Other Trying To Help. Now, He'll Spend Decades In Prison.
An Oklahoma man who shot both his roommates, killing one, was sentenced to 40 years in prison. He pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and another charge.
Two People Have Been Convicted In A Child's Death In Missing Case. But Where's The Body?
The body of Nicholas Plaza, who went missing as a 5-year-old in Texas, has still not been found after 20 years. Two people were convicted despite no body.
He Stabbed His Mother 30 Times In Killing Her. Here's Is How Long He'll Be Spending In Prison.
A Brookville, Ohio man who stabbed his mother 30 times in killing her has been sentenced to 19 years in prison. He will not be eligible for parole.
Tennessee Woman Accused Of Killing Man 'To Feed Her Demons' Arrested
A Memphis, Tennessee woman who is accused of killing a man "to feed her demons" has been arrested. Shapria Williams is charged with first-degree murder.
He Got Out Of Jail After Assaulting His Wife. Days Later, He Murdered Her In Front Of Two Children.
A man who was convicted of fatally shooting his wife in front of their two young children was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
North Carolina Man Accused Of Gunning Down A Mother And Son Arrested
A North Carolina man who police say fatally shot a mother and son has been arrested. Paul Eugene Bumgardner is facing two counts of murder and other charges.
Pee-wee Herman's Playhouse Was a Big Success. What He Allegedly Did In A Theater Wasn't.
Paul Reubens, best known for playing Pee-wee Herman, was arrested in 1991 for indecent exposure for allegedly masturbating in an adult theater.
Homeless Man Accused Of Assault That Killed Elderly Man in California
A homeless man in California is charged with the murder of an elderly man. Police say the man assaulted the elderly man, who later collapsed and died.
Gay Porn Model Accused Of Murdering Florida Man More Than A Decade Ago
A gay porn model was arrested last month and charged with killing a Florida man more than a decade ago. He is being held in jail without bond.
Oklahoma Man Who Police Say Pushed Toddler, Causing His Death, Arrested
An Oklahoma man who police say pushed a toddler, causing him to hit his head and later die, has been arrested. He is charged with first-degree murder.
Georgia Man Suspected Of Killing His Father Arrested in Florida, Police Say
A Georgia man, Tyler Davis, who is suspected of killing his father this week has been arrested. His father was living in Bay County, Florida.
Eminem's Beefing Ways Led To Some Great Rap Lyrics. They Also Led To An Arrest In 2000.
Marshall Mathers, best known as rapper Eminem, was arrested in 2000 for allegedly pistol-whipping a man. He agreed to a plea deal that lessened the charges.
Half-Naked Woman 'Turning Up For Her Birthday' Fired Shots Out Window, Police Say
A woman was arrested after police say they witnessed her firing shots out of a car in Memphis, Tennessee. She said she was "turning up for her birthday."
Man Was Accused Of Killing His Mother. When Police Arrived, He Came Out Holding Apparent Bloody Knives.
A man who police say killed his mother with knives has been arrested. When police arrived, the man came out holding apparent bloody knives in both hands.
Mom Tried To Escape A Beating Through A Window, But The Suspect Pulled Her In And Continued The Fatal Attack: Report
A Cleveland, Ohio man who is accused of brutally killing Carly Capek has pleaded not guilty. Police say he used glass to harm her during the harsh attack.
Mississippi Babysitter Accused Of Abusing Two Children, Killing One: Police
A Mississippi babysitter has been charged in connection to the death of a 2-year-old and injuries to an 11-month old who were in her custody.
Man Says He 'Lost It' Before Murdering His 93-Year-Old Grandmother: Police
A Minnesota man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection to his 93-year-old grandmother's death. He told police he "lost it" over bacon.
Florida Man Who Police Say Severed Toddler's Spine, Killing Her, Arrested
A Florida man physically abused a toddler so severe that her spine was severed and she died, according to police. He is charged with first-degree murder.
Man Who Police Say Killed Man In Front Of HIs Wife, Child Arrested
A man who police say fatally shot another man in front of his wife and child was arrested. The death happened in South Carolina, and he was arrested in Georgia.
Man Who Police Say Had Several Pipe Bombs, Other Materials In His Car Arrested
A California man who police say had pipe bombs in his car has been arrested. The Sutter County Sheriff's Office initially arrested him for having pepper spray.
Man Killed His Sister's Former Boyfriend During An Argument In Texas Home, Police Say
A man who police say killed his sister's ex-boyfriend following an argument that got physical has been arrested. Darius Brown faces a murder charge.
Texas Teenager Who Police Say Killed Another Over THC Cartridge Robbery Arrested
A teenager in Texas who fatally shot another teenager has been charged with murder. The shooting was allegedly over a robbery of THC cartridges.
Georgia Police Have Identified The Killer In A 33-Year-Old Cold Case. Here's Why He Won't Be Charged.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the FBI used new genealogy to determine that Henry Fredrick Wise is the killer of cold case victim Stacey Chaorski.
Louisiana Man Who Fatally Shot Another Man In Front Of Two Children Arrested
A Louisiana man who police say fatally shot another man in front of two children has been arrested. Philip Anthony Fuchs is charged with second-degree murder.
A Woman Called 911 To Say She Was Being Beaten. Days Later, She Was Found Shot Dead.
A Texas man who brutally murdered his girlfriend has been sentenced to life in prison. Q’Juan Tiakei Holmes will not have the possibility of parole.
Maryland Father And Stepmother Charged In Connection To 5-Year-Old's Death
A father and mother in Maryland who police say beat a 5-year-old child to death have been arrested. An autopsy showed she died from blunt force trauma.
1-Year-Old Child Beaten To Death In Florida, Suspect Now In Cuffs
A Florida man who police say beat a 1-year-old to death has been arrested. Terin Smith is charged with first-degree murder in the infant's death.
Man Got Into An Argument Shortly After Reconciling With His Ex. Then He Ran Her Down With His Truck.
A San Antonio, Texas man, David Estrada, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for fatally striking his ex-wife with his truck. He was convicted of murder.
Kentucky Man Who Police Say Was On Drugs When His Truck Fatally Killed 2 On Motorcycle Arrested
A Graham, Kentucky man who police say fatally struck a motorcycle with his truck, killing two, has been arrested. He is charged with two counts of muder.
A Pastor Ended A Decade-Plus-Old Neighbor Feud By Killing Two People. Now, He'll Spend Years In Prison.
A former Las Vegas pastor who killed two people as part of a neighbor feud was sentenced to life in prison. He will be eligible for parole in 56 years.
Suspect Who Police Say Fatally Shot Another Man During A Fight Arrested
A man who police say fatally shot another man during a fight outside his restaurant has been arrested. The incident took place in Waterbury, Connecticut.
He Denied Hearing Shots While At The Scene Of A Crime. Then, He Confessed To Killing His Brother
A Seattle man confessed to fatally shooting his brother after originally telling police he did not hear any gunshots. He is charged with first-degree murder.
A Teenager Who Went Missing Decades Ago In California Has Reportedly Been Spotted Several Times. But Does He Want To Be Found?
Daniel Yuen, who went missing from a California school in 2004, has reportedly been spotted multiple times. Still, he's missing and may not want to be found.
Man Who Police Say Gunned Down Woman In Massachusetts Arrested: Report
A man who police say fatally shot a woman during a domestic dispute in Massachusetts has been arrested. Pablo Rivera-Ortiz is charged with murder.
Man Who Police Say Killed His Wife During Domestic Dispute Arrested
A man who police say killed his wife during a domestic dispute has been arrested. Police responded to a home in Tennessee and found a woman dead.
A 9-Year-Old Girl Disappeared From a Children's Home In 2019. More Than 3 Years Later, She's Still Missing.
Nine-year-old Serenity Dennard went missing at a children's home in South Dakota in 2019 and three years later no one has been able to find her.
Michigan Man Accused Of Killing His Wife During Shootout Arrested: Report
A Michigan man is accused of killing his wife during a shooting with a man she allegedly was having an affair with. He was arrested and facing multiple charges.
Man Charged With Murder in Philadelphia Might Be Serial Killer, Police Say
A man arrested in Philadelphia and charged with three murders might be a serial killer, according to police. He allegedly killed at least three who exited a bus.
Woman Who Shot At Attacker And Chased Him Charged With Attempted Murder
A woman who shot at an attacker and chased him in her car has been arrested and charged with attempted murder. The incident took place in Richmond, Virginia.
Two Charged With Murder After Two Others Found Dead At NC Hotel
Two people from Fayetteville, North Carolina have been arrested after two other people were found dead at a hotel, the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office says.
Minnesota Man Charged With Murder Of Girlfriend After Bizarre Series Of Events
A Minnesota man has been charged with murder in the death of his girlfriend after the two called 911 several times during a 24-hour span of drinking and fighting.
Woman Was Stabbed Nearly 500 Times During Murder Over Money, Drugs: Report
A woman was stabbed nearly 500 times during a murder that resulted from a fight over drugs and money, according to a report. Two people fac murder charges.
Virginia Man Who Police Say Killed Victim, Left Him Lying Dead In Living Room Arrested
A Virginia man was arrested a day after police say he killed another man and left him lying dead in his living room. He is charged with second-degree murder.
Man Who Killed Woman Delivering Food To Him Arrested: Report
A man who police say killed a woman who was delivering food to him has been arrested. He allegedly shot the woman, who was found in her car on the road.
Woman Who Hid Pregnancy, Killing Of Baby Arrested Nearly 30 Years Later: Police
A woman has been arrested in connection to the death of Baby Doe, who was found deceased nearly 30 years ago in a homeowner's yard in Oklahoma.
Woman Started Firing At Pool Party, Killing One And Injuring Two, Police Say
A 38-year-old woman has been arrested in connection to an Alabama pool party shooting that left one person dead and two others injured at an apartment complex.