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Man Faces First-Degree Murder Charges After Deadly Shooting in Albright
On Tuesday, Feb. 20, a tragic incident unfolded in Albright, a small town nestled in the beautiful countryside of Preston County. A local woman, Natasha Kay Collins, lost her life in a shocking turn of events that has left the community reeling.
Details of the Shooting
The incident took place at a residence on Woolen Mill Road, just off W.Va. 26. Preston County sheriff’s deputies rushed to the scene after receiving reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they found Collins in a field near her home, suffering from gunshot wounds.
Despite being rushed to Preston Memorial Hospital, Collins succumbed to her injuries, leaving behind a devastated family and community. The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, with law enforcement working tirelessly to piece together what happened.
Suspect in Custody
During the investigation, authorities honed in on Collins’ husband, Edward Allen Garletts, as the primary suspect. Garletts, a 29-year-old resident of Albright, was the only person present at the scene of the shooting. Officers noted inconsistencies in his statements regarding the events leading up to the tragic incident.
Garletts was swiftly taken into custody and charged with first-degree murder. He appeared before Magistrate Peggy Pase in Preston County Magistrate Court for arraignment. Currently, he is being held without bond at Tygart Valley Regional Jail, awaiting a preliminary hearing scheduled for 11 a.m. on Feb. 29 before Magistrate Patricia L. Grimm.
Community in Shock
The news of Collins’ untimely death has sent shockwaves through the tight-knit community of Albright. Friends, family, and neighbours are struggling to come to terms with the loss of a beloved member of their community.
As the investigation continues and more details emerge, the residents of Albright are left grappling with the senseless violence that has shattered their peace. The memory of Natasha Kay Collins will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her, as they seek justice for her tragic and untimely passing.
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