Four Dead in West Virginia Shooting Rampage; Manhunt Underway

A manhunt was underway in north-central West Virginia after four people were fatally shot in three attacks, authorities said.

A manhunt was underway in north-central West Virginia after four people were fatally shot in three attacks, authorities said, reports USA Today.

State police spokesman Lt. Michael Baylous said the attacks took place in Monongalia County, in the Cheat Lake and Westover areas. Baylous said Sharon Kay Berkshire, 39, of Westover, and Michael David Frum, 28, of Maidsville, were among those found dead early Monday.

Monongalia County 911 director Mike Wolfe said police are seeking Jody Lee Hunt, 39, of Westover. Police also are searching for a 2011 Ford F-150 extended cab truck.

"We ask that everyone stay vigilant and use their discretion about whether they should leave their homes," Wolfe said.

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