Two Sons Charged in Fatal Father Stabbings Mercer County WV, Yancey County NC

In Mercer County, West Virginia, a domestic dispute escalated tragically early Wednesday morning, resulting in the death of Michael Hubinak and severe injury to his wife. Their son, 24-year-old Joshua Hubinak, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder, malicious wounding, and assault after stabbing his parents during an argument reportedly triggered by workplace issues and a confrontation involving a firearm. Joshua admitted to stabbing his father multiple times, including a fatal throat wound, and injuring his mother, who is currently recovering in the hospital. Deputies responded quickly, detaining Joshua without incident and applying life-saving first aid to the wounded mother. Meanwhile, in Yancey County, North Carolina, 21-year-old John Claude Charlton was charged with the murder of his father, Virgil John Charlton, following a similar patricide incident, and is held without bond. Both cases remain under investigation, with limited details released by authorities.