CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — A Harrison County woman has been arrested on murder charges for allegedly stabbing her own mother.
The Clarksburg Police Department announced that Shanna Van Norman, 41, is in custody after officers responded to a disturbance call at 128 Laurel Lanes on Saturday, March. 22.
Officers arrived on the scene at 8:45 P.M. where they found the victim, 64-year-old Elaine Labenne who was pronounced dead at the scene.
Officers learned that Labenne was stabbed by Van Norman shortly after arrival.
Van Norman was taken into custody, charged with murder, and was later transported to North Central Regional Jail. She awaits arraignment by a Harrison County magistrate.
The Clarksburg Police Department continues to investigate the incident.