Anthony Nichols Charged with Murder in Ohio River Case

A woman's body was discovered in the Ohio River on December 7, leading to the arrest of 57-year-old Anthony Nichols, who has been charged with murder and domestic violence. The victim, identified as 53-year-old Arica Brown, was shot in the head before her body was dumped in the river. According to police, Nichols had a history of domestic abuse against Brown, including multiple previous arrests for assaulting her. During a phone conversation with the 911 caller, Nichols allegedly confessed to shooting Brown and disposing of her body. Advocates are questioning why Nichols was not incarcerated despite violating a domestic violence order that prohibited him from contacting Brown or possessing firearms. The investigation continues as the community grapples with the impact of this tragic incident.