The town of Charleston, West Virginia has recently become a hub of crime, with repeated incidents of theft and burglaries taking place in the area. However, it seems that the Kanawha County locals have had enough of it, with one anonymous masked vigilante taking matters into their own hands.

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Burglary Near Charleston

In a recent incident, the vigilante is being credited with single-handedly halting a burglary in progress at a hunting cabin on Crouch Hollow Road near Charleston. According to reports, four suspects were found lying on the ground with their hands bound behind their backs when the police arrived on the scene.

Further investigation revealed that the tires of the suspect's pickup truck and ATV had been flattened, and a number of items pilfered from the cabin were found inside the vehicle. The cabin owner, who has been a victim of repeated thefts in recent times, was relieved at the outcome of the incident and praised the vigilante for their bravery.

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Who Is The Mystery Masked Hero?

What is remarkable about the incident is the fact that the masked vigilante remains unidentified. Although the suspects reported the presence of a masked man who made a citizen's arrest, nobody knows who he was or what he looks like. The vigilante's efforts have been commended by many in the local community, who view him as a symbol of hope in a town where lawlessness has been rampant.

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The suspects, who face breaking and entering charges, are Elizabeth Littlejohn, James McDaniel Jr., Timothy Justice, and Jason Becher. All four are currently lodged in the South Central Regional Jail, awaiting further trial and prosecution.

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For now, the masked vigilante remains a mystery, but his actions have shown that the people of Charleston are no longer willing to be victimized by criminals.

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