Record Marijuana Busts Fill South Carolina Year
The state nears a record year for marijuana seizures after more than 30 000 plants were found in two July busts near Charlotte North Carolina. Authorities say vast crops are spread across pine forests south of the city with air surveillance revealing sites concealed by trees. Growers employ irrigation rigs and large plots, raising enforcement challenges as investigations continue.
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Rod Killian
Robby Benson
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John Czaluk
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Jon Gettman
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Chester County
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Man gets life in prison for 1997 triple homicide
In Townville, Troy Alan Burkhart, linked to three drug related killings in November 1997, was sentenced to life in prison after two overturned death sentences. He claimed innocence as prosecutors eyed a third death sentence while victims’ families sought closure.
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Triple Homicide
Inmate Testifies Hans Admitted Fire That Killed Six
In Greenville a prisoner testified that Eric Preston Hans admitted setting the January 2004 Comfort Inn fire that killed six people including 19 year old Allison Lorraine Barfield. Hans, 37, is on trial for one federal arson count resulting in death and faces possible execution if convicted. He maintains his innocence. Testimony ended for the week and court will resume Monday morning.
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Cutis Kricke
Comfort Inn
Allison Lorraine Barfield
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Worker killed in Nestle plant accident in Gaffney
A maintenance mechanic died at the Nestle food plant in Gaffney while working on a crane in the freezer tower. James Redman died from head injuries after his body became trapped during repairs. His wife Isabel noted the family planned to celebrate his upcoming 65th birthday.
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Gaffney, SC
Nestle Food
Gaffney
James Redman
Cherokee County
Dennis Fowler
Redmon
Isabel
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