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West Virginia Man Shoots Father with Crossbow in Argument

3/21/2026

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Story summary

Chase Fleming, a West Virginia man, shot his father in the face with a crossbow during an argument.
Fleming faces malicious assault charges, with more possible.
A multicounty manhunt through snow-covered terrain followed the incident.
The victim is in stable condition after being struck below the left eye.
Fleming was taken into custody without resistance.

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Story summary

Chase Fleming, a West Virginia man, shot his father in the face with a crossbow during an argument.
Fleming faces malicious assault charges, with more possible.
A multicounty manhunt through snow-covered terrain followed the incident.
The victim is in stable condition after being struck below the left eye.
Fleming was taken into custody without resistance.