PUTNAM COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Law enforcement responded to a domestic violence complaint at approximately 5:45 a.m. Saturday near the intersection of Hein Hollow Road and Heizer Creek in Poca, Putnam County.
Upon arrival, officers encountered Charly King, who was standing about 25 yards from a camper trailer, suitcase in hand. Ms. King alleged that an argument with her husband, Terry King, escalated into a physical confrontation.
Conflicting Accounts of the Incident
Ms. King stated that the altercation began as a verbal dispute but turned threatening when Mr. King allegedly balled his fist and lunged at her while she was lying in bed. To defend herself, Ms. King said she threw kerosene on Mr. King. She further alleged that Mr. King retaliated by grabbing the kerosene bottle and throwing it at her, striking her on the left side of her face.
Mr. King, however, denied the allegations, claiming he never physically harmed his wife. He stated that the dispute began over cigarettes and accused Ms. King of throwing kerosene on him during the argument. According to Mr. King, he tried to take the bottle from Ms. King, and in the struggle, she allegedly struck herself in the face with it.
Scene Description and Investigation
The camper trailer where the incident occurred is parked on the left side of the road near the intersection of Heizer Creek and Hein Hollow Road. Law enforcement documented both parties’ statements and assessed the situation.
Authorities have not released details regarding charges or further actions but are continuing to investigate the incident. Both individuals provided conflicting accounts, leaving the circumstances surrounding the altercation unclear.
