Bruce Deal was shot and killed in Evans, West Virginia, on February 16, 2017. He was a local restaurant owner; his death was reported as resulting from gun violence.

Authorities arrested Darrel Pee Wee Williams Jr. and charged him with first-degree murder in connection with Deal’s death. Williams reportedly told investigators he was under the influence of methamphetamine at the time, a statement that was part of the record in the case.

The killing affected the Jackson County community and raised concerns about drug-related violence in the area. If anyone has information about Bruce Deal’s death or the events leading up to February 16, 2017, please come forward.