On April 13, 2014 shortly before 3:00 a.m. Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office Deputy J. M. Martin was dispatched to Wise Acres Drive, off Greenbrier Street near Charleston, WV. Metro 911 received a call reporting an altercation and possible stabbing. When Deputy Martin arrived he saw several people standing around a described car. He detained two men identified as possible suspects by a 911 caller. They were detained without incident.
Deputy Martin then found Jerry M. Shaffer, 31 years old of Elkview, laying nearby with a stab wound. Deputy Martin described the injury to Mr. Shaffer’s neck as, “bleeding profusely.” Mr. Shaffer was able to describe the man who stabbed him. He was then taken to an area hospital for treatment, and his current condition is unknown.
That man was identified as Jason Allen Wright, 33 years old of Summersville, WV. Mr. Wright was arrested and charged with malicious assault. Mr. Wright was also injured during the altercation. He was taken to Saint Francis Hospital for evaluation and treatment prior to being arraigned on the charge. He sustained injuries to his face and head.
According to the statements and evidence gathered at the scene it is believed the two were engaged in a fight. A third person was also involved in the fight. The incident started while Mr. Wright was driving a vehicle with three passengers, one of whom was Mr. Shaffer. When Mr. Wright stopped the vehicle the argument moved into the street and escalated, ending with the stabbing of Mr. Shaffer.
As is always the case in criminal matters, the charge against Mr. Wright is merely an accusation. He is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. Attached is a mug shot of Mr. Wright taken during the booking process.
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Corporal B. D. Humphreys
Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office
301 Virginia Street East,
Charleston WV 25301
desk: 304-357-0732 / cell: 304-951-7328
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