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Wayne County man arrested in state police investigation for illegal gun, drug possession

KENOVA, W.Va. — A Wayne County man is in custody following an arrest for illegal possession of guns and drugs.

Skylar Larcart (WVRJA)

State police said they conducted a two-day investigation into Skylar Larcart, 27, of Kenova, after a brandishing complaint was lodged against him.

Troopers said they searched Larcart’s vehicle and home on Friday after receiving consent.

Saturday’s inspection came after a search warrant was obtained. Troopers said they found multiple guns, controlled substances including marijuana, cash, and digital scales inside.

Larcart was charged with 17 counts of persons prohibited from possession of firearms and three counts of possession of a controlled substance. Troopers said by the end of their investigation, Larcart amassed 21 felony charges and three misdemeanor charges.

Larcart is being held in the Western Regional Jail on $30,000 surety/cash bail.





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