A shocking incident from West Virginia has come to light where a family argument turned extremely violent. A man has been accused of attacking his own father with a crossbow, leaving the victim seriously injured but miraculously alive.
Incident in West Virginia
The case took place in West Virginia, where Chase Fleming has been arrested.
According to authorities, the incident happened on March 17. Fleming is accused of shooting his father in the face using a crossbow during a heated confrontation.
Argument Turned Violent
Police say the situation started with a phone argument between Fleming and his father. The disagreement did not end there:
- Fleming reportedly went to his father’s house
- The argument continued face-to-face
- The situation suddenly became violent
During this confrontation, Fleming allegedly used a crossbow to attack his father.
Serious Injuries but Survivor Stable
The victim suffered extremely serious injuries. Reports suggest:
- The bolt struck just below his left eye
- It passed through his head and exited from the back
Despite the severity of the injury, the victim survived. Officials described his survival as “remarkable.” He is currently in stable condition at a hospital.
Police Chase and Arrest
After the incident, Fleming tried to escape but was later caught by authorities:
- He fled on foot during snowy conditions
- Deputies chased him across two counties
- He was eventually taken into custody
He was also taken to a hospital for medical evaluation before being placed in jail.
Charges and Legal Status
Fleming has been charged with:
- Malicious assault
He is currently being held on a $250,000 bond. His preliminary court hearing is scheduled soon, where more details about the case may come out.
