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William Christopher Belknap

Case from Maysel, WV dated Jan 19, 2017

Victim Details

William Christopher Belknap

Male

White / Caucasian

Maysel

WV

2017-01-19

38

William

Christopher Belknap

06/22/2026

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On January 19, 2017, a fatal shooting occurred in Clay County, West Virginia, resulting in the death of William Christopher Belknap, a 38-year-old resident. The incident prompted an immediate investigation by the West Virginia State Police.

The police identified a suspect in the shooting, Craig Douglas Holcomb, a 41-year-old man from Maysel, West Virginia. State Police released a photo of Holcomb as part of their efforts to locate and apprehend him. The release of the suspect's photo was ...
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  • Man Arrested After Fatal Shooting in Clay County
  • UPDATE: Clay County shooting suspect in custody, charged with burglary
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