Martinsburg man charged with 2 counts of attempted murder

MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — A man wanted on numerous charges including attempted murder was arrested Friday, the U.S. Marshal Service said.

Quentrell Lowry
Photo/USMS

Quentrell Lowery, 21, of Martinsburg faces two counts of attempted murder stemming from an incident Jan. 29 in the 5400 block of Williamsport Pike.

The U.S. Marshals Mountain State Fugitive Task Force tracked Lowery to the 600 block of Panorama Drive in Martinsburg.

Authorities said the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team executed a search warrant Friday which resulted in Lowery’s arrest.  He’s currently being held at the Eastern Regional Jail.

“We greatly appreciate the assistance of the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office. We are very fortunate in that our state and local SWAT teams are always willing to assist in the apprehension of our most dangerous fugitives. These teams are highly skilled and have proven to be a valuable resource, ” said acting U.S. Marshal Terry Moore in a news release.





More News

News
Governor Justice: no $465 million 'clawback' of federal funds for schools after waiver approval
The problem was based not on any allegations of misspending — but instead over whether school systems fell short on an obligation to maintain financial support for education at levels in line with overall spending.
April 19, 2024 - 6:10 pm
News
Fayette County inmate pleads guilty to killing other inmate
The incident happened in November of 2020 at the Mount Olive Correctional Center.
April 19, 2024 - 5:35 pm
News
Middle school athletes step out of shot put against transgender girl who just won court case
The situation unfolded at the Harrison County Championships for middle schools, just a couple of days after West Virginia transgender athlete won appeals court ruling.
April 19, 2024 - 2:37 pm
News
West Virginia State University holds a day of community service and giving back
The 11th annual WVSU Cares Day was held Friday at 17 sites throughout Kanawha and Putnam counties.
April 19, 2024 - 2:11 pm