4: Pike Co. Massacre - The Trial Begins

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4: Pike Co. Massacre - The Trial Begins

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Published on Sep 19, 2022, 12:00:19 PM
Total time: 00:42:04

Episode Description

The trial of George Wagner IV has started. Wagner is one of four people accused of killing eight members of the Rhoden family in 2016. 

George Wagner says he is innocent. This episode features the audio from inside the courtroom, opening statements, and testimony with exclusive interviews. Plus, the new stunning details about the murders revealed during week one of the trial. 

In April of 2016, generations of a single family were killed in one night. The case has been called The Pike County Massacre, and it's Ohio's largest criminal homicide investigation ever. 

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