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A shocking development on the 42nd day of testimony in the Pike County Murder Trial as George Wagner IV testified in his own defense. 

Wagner is one of four of his family members accused of killing eight members of the Rhoden family in April 2016.

Generations of a single family were killed in one night. The case has been called The Pike County Massacre, and it is Ohio's largest criminal homicide investigation ever. 

This episode, FOX 19 Investigative Reporter and TV News Anchor Jessica Schmidt breaks down George's testimony as Wagner explains in his own words what he claims happened the night of the murders and what unfolded in the months to follow.

Cincinnati's Crime Vault is an award-winning true crime news series on FOX 19 Now.  This audio podcast will take the stories featured in the news beyond the broadcast. 

The months-long trial continues for George Wagner IV in the Pike County Murders. This episode features the police wiretaps, giving you the chance to hear George, Jake, and Angela Wagner after the murders. 

Jessica Schmidt brings you the audio from the trial used as evidence in the case, plus she interviews courtroom reporter Mike Schell about the latest developments in the case. 

In April 2016, generations of a single family were killed in one night. The case has been called The Pike County Massacre, and it's Ohio's largest criminal homicide investigation ever. 

Cincinnati's Crime Vault is an award-winning true crime news series on FOX 19 Now.  This audio podcast will take the stories featured in the news beyond the broadcast. 

Now it is time for Angela Wagner to testify against her son George Wagner IV in the Pike County murder trial.

In 2016, eight members of the Rhoden family were killed in one night.

The case has been called The Pike County Massacre, and it's Ohio's largest criminal homicide investigation ever. 

George Wagner IV is on trial as one of four people accused of the murders.

Angela Wagner would not allow our reporters to record video or audio from his testimony. Angela has pled guilty for her involvment in the massacre, and as part of the plea deal, she must testify against her son George and husband Billy.

This episode chronicles the insight from reporter Mike Schell. Mike has reported on this case since April 2016. He has been in the courtroom since the trial started.

Cincinnati's Crime Vault is an award-winning true crime news series on FOX 19 Now. This audio podcast will take the stories featured in the news beyond the broadcast.

Episode 10 features what everyone has been waiting for since the murder trial of George Wagner IV in Pike County, Ohio began. Jake Wagner testified against his brother. 

In 2016, eight members of the Rhoden family were killed in one night.

The case has been called The Pike County Massacre, and it's Ohio's largest criminal homicide investigation ever. 

George Wagner IV is on trial as one of four people accused in the murders.

Jake Wagner would not allow our reporters to record video or audio from his testimony.

This episode chronicles the insight from reporter Mike Schell. Mike has reported on this case since April 2016. He has been in the courtroom since the trial started.

Cincinnati's Crime Vault is an award-winning true crime news series on FOX 19 Now. This audio podcast will take the stories featured in the news beyond the broadcast.

This is Episode 9 of Cincinnati's Crime Vault, and we continue to follow the murder trial of George Wagner IV in Pike County, Ohio.

In 2016, eight members of the Rhoden family were killed in one night.

The case has been called The Pike County Massacre, and it's Ohio's largest criminal homicide investigation ever. 

George Wagner IV is on trial as one of four people accused of the murders. In this episode, we hear extensively from the ex-wife of one of the accused. 

Elizabeth "Beth Anne" Armer was married to Jake Wagner after the murders in Alaska. She explains her life with the Wagners, including the day she says Jake threatened to beat her to death with a bat.

Cincinnati's Crime Vault is an award-winning true crime news series on FOX 19 Now. This audio podcast will take the stories featured in the news beyond the broadcast.

In 2016, eight members of the Rhoden family were killed in one night.

The case has been called The Pike County Massacre, and it's Ohio's largest criminal homicide investigation ever. 

Angela Wagner has been described by prosecutors and witnesses as the puppet master of the Wagner Family. 

Wagner has entered a guilty plea for her involvement in the murders of the Rhoden family. 

George Wagner IV is on trial as one of four people accused of the murders. In this episode, we hear extensively from one of the accused.

Ohio BCI interviewed Angela Wagner months after the murders. The recorded interview was played in court as agents testified. 

This episode is the lengthy interview as it was played in court. 

Cincinnati's Crime Vault is an award-winning true crime news series on FOX 19 Now. This audio podcast will take the stories featured in the news beyond the broadcast.

In April of 2016, generations of a single family were killed in one night. The case has been called The Pike County Massacre, and it's Ohio's largest criminal homicide investigation ever. 

George Wagner IV is on trial as one of four people accused of the murders. In this episode, we hear extensively from one of the accused. Ohio BCI interviewed Billy Wagner after the murders. The recorded interview was played in court as agents testified. 

*WARNING* We use parts of the interview in this podcast, and there are many expletives used by Billy Wagner. If you would like to hear the entire interview with all the offensive language removed - Click Here. 

FOX 19 Investigative Reporter and TV News Anchor Jessica Schmidt breaks down the complex case as the trial continues. 

Cincinnati's Crime Vault is an award-winning true crime news series on FOX 19 Now. This audio podcast will take the stories featured in the news beyond the broadcast. 

Week 3 of George Wagner IV's trial brought emotional testimony and new details into the Pike County Massacre. Here is the recap with testimony from inside the courtroom.

Wagner IV is one of four people accused of killing eight members of the Rhoden family in 2016. George Wagner maintains he is innocent. 

In April of 2016, generations of a single family were killed in one night. The case has been called The Pike County Massacre, and it's Ohio's largest criminal homicide investigation ever. 

The trial of George Wagner IV has completed its second week. Wagner is one of four people accused of killing eight members of the Rhoden family in 2016. 

George Wagner maintains he is innocent. This episode features the new stunning details about the murders, the audio from inside the courtroom, and legal analysis.  

In April of 2016, generations of a single family were killed in one night. The case has been called The Pike County Massacre, and it's Ohio's largest criminal homicide investigation ever. 

The trial of George Wagner IV has started. Wagner is one of four people accused of killing eight members of the Rhoden family in 2016. 

George Wagner says he is innocent. This episode features the audio from inside the courtroom, opening statements, and testimony with exclusive interviews. Plus, the new stunning details about the murders revealed during week one of the trial. 

In April of 2016, generations of a single family were killed in one night. The case has been called The Pike County Massacre, and it's Ohio's largest criminal homicide investigation ever.