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Huntington police searching for two suspects tied to May killing

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — The Huntington Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating two suspects in connection with an active homicide investigation from May.

Police said Allen Rubin Mitchell, 29, also known as “Scratch,” of Michigan, and Eugene Smith, 44, also known as “Smitty,” of New York, are wanted for questioning.

The police stated they may be linked to the killing of Wesley Mitchem, 29, of South Point, Ohio.

Mitchem died after he was shot in the 2600 block of Fifth Avenue on Sunday, May 24.

Anyone was information related to the investigation may contact police by calling 304-696-4470 ext. 1083 or reach an anonymous tip line by dialing 304-696-4444.





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