The first victim was beaten to death while they were sleeping in their bed, Judd said. The second victim was beaten significantly and died Saturday evening. Earlier in the day, Judd said the victim was not expected to survive due to the “horrible nature of his injuries.” A third victim was found dead on the front porch of the home, according to the sheriff. The fourth victim was chased into the street and was hit by Runyon with the baseball bat in the shoulder and back area... [More]
Tell me it wasn't an untraceable ghost/assault bat with no legitimate sporting purpose...
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There are more details today, including that the batterer was the half-brother of the owner of the electrical contracting company.
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"Judd did mention Runyon had a previous criminal history in Pennsylvania, including a “violent arrest” dealing with strangulation. He’s also been charged with endangering the welfare of a child, terroristic threats, assault, theft of lost property, receiving stolen property, DUI, and careless driving."
ReplyDeleteHis neighbors said he was a quiet guy, and everybody liked him.