Alexia Stanbridge

1 week ago | wset.com | Alexia Stanbridge

AMHERST COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — A panel of 27 potential jurors has been selected for the trial of Justin Sales, who is charged with the 2019 murder of 92-year-old Doris Puleio and the shooting of her daughter, Trudy Goetz. Sales faces charges of aggravated murder, malicious wounding, attempted robbery, and firearm offenses. Jury selection, which began at 9 a.m., went a lot faster than they planned. They set aside Wednesday and Friday.

1 week ago | wset.com | Alexia Stanbridge

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg is making a significant impact on the lives of local youth, providing a nurturing environment and essential programs for children outside of school hours. As part of ABC 13's Community Counts campaign, the club's influence is being highlighted through the stories of Ani and De Webb, who attribute much of their personal development to their time spent there.

1 week ago | wset.com | Alexia Stanbridge

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Nearly five years after the tragic death of 20-year-old Justin Prillaman, the final two individuals charged in connection with his murder and the non-fatal shooting of his brother, Matthew Prillaman, have been sentenced. Austin Lane received an active sentence of seven years, and Treavon Taylor received an active sentence of seven years for charges including robbery, burglary, and use of a firearm.

1 week ago | wset.com | Alexia Stanbridge

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg is making a significant impact on the lives of young people, providing programs and creating a supportive community for youth. As part of ABC 13's Community Counts campaign, the club's efforts are being highlighted throughout the month. J-Vaeh Sales, an 8-year-old member of the club, shared how the staff is helping her prepare for the future. "They help you learn your ABC's or your numbers.

1 week ago | wset.com | Alexia Stanbridge

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — A Nelson County judge has denied bond for the second time to Katelynn Hipes, the woman charged with killing a man in April, according to the Nelson County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office. In May, a general district court judge initially denied Hipes bond, but her attorneys appealed the decision. During today's court proceedings, a friend of Hipes testified that he was on a FaceTime call with Kevin Small when Hipes allegedly dropped the phone.