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Michael Pugh

Case from Prosperity, WV dated May 17, 2015

Victim Details

Michael Pugh

Male

White / Caucasian

Prosperity

WV

2015-05-17

22

Michael

Pugh

06/29/2026

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Michael Wayne Pugh, a 22-year-old Caucasian male, died on May 17, 2015, after a shooting incident in Prosperity, West Virginia. The altercation, which led to Pugh's death, was reportedly the result of an ongoing feud.

Authorities investigating the shooting identified 21-year-old Andrew Rizzi of Beckley as the suspect. According to police reports, Rizzi had gone to the location with the intention of fighting Pugh. During the ensuing confrontation, Rizzi is alleged to have produced a firear ...
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  • Beckley Register-Herald: Shooting witness: 'My cousin died protecting me'
  • Charleston Gazette-Mail: Feud between Raleigh County men leads to murder
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