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Homeless man arrested for murder in Scioto Co.
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Scioto Valley Guardian
LUCASVILLE, Ohio — Authorities have arrested a suspect in connection with a homicide reported on Monday, at a residence on Millers Run Fallen Timber Road, Scioto County Sheriff David Thoroughman announced Wednesday.
James Paul Ruggles, 33, a homeless individual, faces multiple charges, including aggravated murder, aggravated arson, felonious assault, murder, arson, tampering with evidence, resisting arrest, and obstructing official business.
Ruggles was apprehended Tuesday afternoon inside a Portsmouth business following an intensive investigation by the Scioto County Sheriff’s Office.
Sheriff’s detectives identified Ruggles as a person of interest the following day and located him at 3:23 p.m. in Portsmouth.
Sheriff Thoroughman noted that the investigation remains active, with additional charges expected to be presented to the Scioto County Grand Jury at a later date.
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