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Prosecutors: Death penalty could be in play in Pike County murder case

Prosecutors say the death penalty could be on the table in a Pike County murder case.

22-year-old Shannon Turner was arraigned Thursday.

Turner is one of four people charged with murdering Millard Thornhill and burning down his home.

Pike County Commonwealth's Attorney Rick Bartley tells us he is contact with all four defense attorneys.

A pre-trial date is set for August 12th.


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