Two family members convicted in the killings of eight members of an Ohio family have received lengthy prison terms for their roles in the 2016 shootings.
In a Pike County court room on Friday, Judge Jonathan Hein decided to eschew the prosecution’s plea deal with Edward “Jake” Wagner and instead provide him an opportunity for parole.
Angela’s mother, RitaNewcomb, sat a few feet in front of her at the defense table, also for sentencing. Guarded by at least 16 armed officers and flanked by attorneys, the Wagners and Newcomb ...