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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Three Arrests Made In Connection To Gang Shootout That Left Infant Dead
Three people have been arrested in connection to the fatal shooting of Jasper Wu, an infant who was the victim of a stray bullet during a gang shootout.
Police Announce Arrest In Connection To Murder Of Rapper Snootie Wild
Police announced this week an arrest in connection to the shooting death of Memphis rapper Snootie Wild. The shooting took place on Feb. 25, 2022.
Father Of Texas Girl Who Was Allegedly Murdered By FedEx Worker Files Lawsuit
The father of a 7-year-old girl who was allegedly killed by a FedEx delivery man has filed a lawsuit against the company. It's seeking more than $1 million.
Body Of Missing Memphis College Student Found Near Water Treatment Plant: Report
The body of a missing Tennessee college student was found recently near a water treatment plant. He was set to graduate from the University of Memphis.
Brother Of Pregnant Woman Accused Of Murdering Her, Burning Her Body
The brother of a pregnant woman in California stabbed her to death before burning her body, police say. The man is in jail awaiting court dates.
Gymnastics Coach Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Students Likely Has More Victims: Report
A gymnastics teacher who has worked all over the country is accused of sexually assaulting students. Now, he may have more victims in Louisiana.
Hooters Girl Charged With Murder Asks Judge To Adjust Bond So She Can Pay With OnlyFans Money
A Texas woman who worked as a Hooters waitress has asked a judge to lower her bond so she can pay it with money she earned with an OnlyFans account.
Michigan Man Accused Of Placing Hidden Camera In Hospital Bathroom
A Michigan man who is accused of placing a hidden camera in a hospital bathroom has been arrested. The man is facing 14 counts in connection.
Adoptive Mother Accused Of Concealing Body After Death Of 10-Year-Old Boy: Police
An Arizona adoptive mother has been arrested in connection to the disappearance of a boy whose body was found. He was reported missing in July 2016.
South Carolina Mom Arrested After Her 6-Month-Old Died From Ingesting Fentanyl: Report
A 36-year-old South Carolina woman has been arrested after her 6-month-old died from ingesting fentanyl. Attempts to revive the baby were unsuccessful.
Parents Of Missing Missouri Teenager Believe She Could Be Being Held Against Her Will
The parents of a Missouri teenager who has been missing for more than a week believe she could be being held captive. The parents have offered a reward.
Former CNN Producer Pleads Guilty To Brining Child To Another State For Sex Crimes
John Griffin, a former CNN television producer, pleaded guilty to sex crimes. Court documents state that he arranged for a 9-year-old girl to visit him for sex.
Amazon Delivery Worked Accused Of Stealing Packages Instead Of Delivering Them
An Amazon delivery driver from Massachusetts was arrested this week after being accused of stealing packages she was supposed to deliver to customers.
Police Make Arrest In Three-Decade Cold Case In Which Woman Was Raped, Murdered
A Washington state man has been arrested in connection to a cold case in which a Wisconsin woman was raped, murdered and dumped three decades ago.
Man Accused Of Blowtorching 2-Year-Old's Genitals, Brutally Murdering Him Pleads Guilty
A Cheyenne, Wyoming man who is accused of blowtorching a 2-year-old's genitals and brutally murdering him over throwing food pleaded guilty.
Chicago Police Officer Accused Of Urinating In Ice Machine At Florida Hotel
A Chicago Police officer who was vacationing in Florida is accused of urinating inside an ice machine at a hotel bar. He has been relieved of police duties.
Texas School Superintendent Accused Of Playing Recording Device In Girls Locker Room
A Texas school superintendent who is accused of planting a digital recording device inside a girls locker room has been arrested. He is facing a felony.
Man Who Was Mad About A Breakup Started A Fire At His Ex's House, Killing Her Sister: Police
A Philadelphia man who police say was upset about a breakup with a girlfriend set her house on fire, killing her sister. He is facing several charges.
One Of Vietnam's Biggest 'Drug Queens' Arrested After Years On The Run
Vũ Hoàng Oanh, one of Vietnam's biggest "drug queens" has been arrested after being on the run from authorities for several years, police say.
Remains Of Four Infants Found Inside Freezer At Home In South Boston, Police Say
Boston police are investigating after four infant remains were found inside a freezer at an apartment building. Police have not named any suspects.
Man Held Woman Captive While Physically And Sexually Assaulting Her For Three Days: Police
A Tennessee man who police say held a woman captive while physically and sexually assaulting her for three days has been arrested. He faces several charges.
Texas Gas Station Clerk Shoots Man Over Broken Jar Of Salsa, Reports Say
A Texas gas station clerk was arrested after allegedly shooting a man over a broken salsa jar. The man was asked to leave the store, spurring an argument.
Missing Harmony Montgomery's Stepmother Agrees To Plea Deal, Will Go To Prison
Kayla Montgomery, the stepmother of missing girl Harmony Montgomery, is headed to prison after accepting a plea deal. She admitted lying to the court.
Two Estonian Men Accused Of Scamming Thousands Out Of $575 Million Worth Of Cryptocurrency, Feds Say
Two Estonian men have been indicted on cryptocurrency fraud and money laundering in a scheme that included $575 million in investments into a company.
California Restaurant Employee Loses Eye Defending Special Needs Person Being Bullied
A California restaurant employee who intervened when a special needs person was being bullied will lose her eye. The incident was caught on video.
Mother, Three Children Gunned Down After Protective Order Denied, Suspect In Custody
A South Carolina mother and her three children were gunned down after a protective order was denied. He ex-boyfriend is in custody in connection.
Several Teens, 12-Year-Old Assaulted 73-Year-Old Man During Carjacking Spree In Popular Tourist Town: Police
Several teens and a 12-year-old were detained in connection to a carjacking spree that left an elderly man injured. Two suspects are being charged as adults.
Arizona Dad Killed His Wife And Three Kids, Then Was Found Dead Inside A Home With Them
Arizona authorities say a family of five died in a suspicious fire this week. Police have identified the father as the suspect in connection to the blaze.
Six Men Held After 11 Migrants In Suspected Human Trafficking Ring, Texas Police Say
Six men were arrested in Texas and face several charges after police found 11 migrants being held at a home. Police believe it was human trafficking.
'Doomsday Mom' Lori Vallow Daybell Once Again Declared Fit For Trial Over Death Of Her Children
Lori Vallow Daybell, also known as the "Doomsday Mom," has once again been declared fit for trial. She and Chad Daybell are charged with several murders.
Woman Accused Of Running 'Full Service' Brothel At Las Vegas Massage Parlor
A woman who police say was running a "full service" brothel out of a massage parlor in Las Vegas has been arrested. Police sent an undercover cop in.
Georgia Man Recorded At Elections Booths, Slapped Voter, Police Say. Now, He Faces Charges.
A Georgia man is accused of recording inside voting booths and slapping another voter during a disturbing incident at a library in Cobb County.
Ohio 16-Year-Old 'Recklessly' Gunned Down His Girlfriend While Playing With A Shotgun: Police
An Ohio 16-year-old gunned down his 14-year-old girlfriend while playing with a shotgun at a gathering, police say. He faces several charges.
Remains Of Dad Waiting For His Infant To Get A Liver Transport May Have Been Found: Reports
Houston police recovered a body from a bayou that might be that of missing father Ridge Cole. The coroner has yet to positively identify the body.
Longtime Florida School Custodian Facing Accusations of Sexual Battery Of Children, Kidnapping
A longtime Florida custodian has been charged with sexual battery of children and kidnapping. Police believe there may be further victims.
Foster Parents Of 7-Year-Old Boy Found Dead In Washing Machine Charged In Case: Reports
The parents of a Texas boy who was found dead inside a washing machine inside the home's garage have been charged in connection to the crime.
A California Woman Was Reportedly Jealous Of Her Sister. That's Why She Gunned Her And Her Baby Down, Police Say.
A California woman gunned down her sister and her 3-week-old baby because of a sibling rivalry, police say. Two people were arrested in connection.
Georgia Teenager Accused Of Brutally Killing Grandfather, Attacking Father
A Georgia 19-year-old is accused of brutally killing his grandfather before attacking his father. The teenager has schizophrenia and was acting strange.
Former Playboy Model Admits To Murder In Former Boyfriend's Death, Faces Years In The Pokey
Kelsey Turner, a former Playboy and Maxim model, entered a plea deal for second-degree murder in connection to the death of her former boyfriend.
Man Severely Beat Daughter After She Alerted Her Mother To His Cheating, Police Say
An Alabama man severely beat his daughter after she revealed to her mother that he had a social media account in which he may have been cheating on her.
California Church Leader And Her Parents Charged In Connection To 11-Year-Old's Death
A California church leader and her parents were charged in connection to the death of her 11-year-old daughter. Police say the girl was abused.
'Mimi Erotic' Surrenders To Authorities After Weeks On The Run From Animal-Related Charges
Trisha Denise Meyer, also known as "Mimi Exotic" and "Mimi Erotic," has surrendered to police after five weeks on the run from animal-related charges.
New York Fugitive Who Eluded Police For Nearly A Year Found At Disney World On Vacation
A New York fugitive who had been eluding police for more than a year was arrested in Disney World. The man continued to say he wasn't the suspect.
'Tiger King' Star Joe Exotic Says He's Living In 'The Bottom Of Hell' In Georgia Federal Prison
"Tiger King" star Joe Exotic said his living conditions in Atlanta are "the bottom of hell." He made the comments in a recent Instagram post.
Pregnant Woman And Her Baby Found Murdered In Separate Locations, Now A Married Couple Is Accused Of Murder
A husband and wife have been arrested after Missouri police retrieved the remains of a woman missing out of Arkansas. Few details were available.
A New York Handyman Was Upset With His Lover. He Then Stabbed Her More Than 50 Times And Stuffed The Remains In A Bag.
A New York handyman who stabbed his lover to death will receive 25 years in prison. He pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter this week.
A Loss Prevention Employee Accused A Woman Of Shoplifting. He Then Raped Her, Prosecutors Say.
An Oregon man who prosecutors say raped a woman after accusing her of stealing from a Rite Aid has been arrested. He's facing several charges.
Man Accused Of Beating His Wife To Death With A Wrench As She Slept Now Behind Bars: Reports
A man who police say beat his wife to death with a wrench while she was sleeping has been arrested. Justin Wagenberg is charged with murder in connection.
Man In Florida Winds Up With Attempted Murder Charge After 'Slap Box' Fight Outside Of A Bar: Report
A Florida man who was "slap boxing" another man outside a bar wound up with an attempted murder charge after the victim was severely injured.
Texas Man Allegedly Went On Stabbing Spree. He And His 1-Year-Old Were The Final Victims, Police Say.
A Texas man stabbed his 1-year-old daughter to death before turning the knife on himself during a stabbing spree in which he also stole a vehicle.