Man arrested after deadly shooting in Wayne County

WAYNE COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A death investigation has begun in Wayne County, according to West Virginia State Police.

A deadly shooting happened in the Dunlow community of Wayne County along Blue Moon Hollow Road, troopers say.

When troopers arrived, they say they found Jason Perry dead from an apparent gunshot wound.

After receiving some information, troopers say a West Virginia State Police Special Response Team (SRT) responded and was able to place Chester Mollett, 64, of Dunlow, into custody.

Mollett was charged with first-degree murder and being a felon in possession of a firearm. He was taken to the Western Regional Jail where he’s being held without bond.

Troopers say further arrests could be forthcoming.

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