Cory Frederick Buterbaugh, a resident of Franklin County, Pa., faces charges, including attempted first-degree murder, for allegedly stabbing Richard Alan Bradley Jr. outside a Hagerstown AC&T station. According to court documents, Bradley sustained severe injuries, including a severed artery in his left arm, requiring immediate medical attention. Buterbaugh’s defense claims self-defense, stating that he was being assaulted and feared for his life.
The incident unfolded on May 1 when Hagerstown Police responded to a call reporting a stabbing at the convenience store. Surveillance footage shows Bradley approaching Buterbaugh’s parked truck, leading to an altercation where Buterbaugh allegedly brandished a knife. Bradley fled to the store, while Buterbaugh left the scene in his truck, later found with blood on the exterior and a cut on his wrist.
Allegations suggest a history of conflict between Bradley, Buterbaugh, and Buterbaugh’s ex-girlfriend, identified as Bradley’s current girlfriend. Court records reveal previous protective orders filed by the woman against both men, citing instances of domestic violence and threats.
During Buterbaugh’s bond hearing, his defense highlighted his involvement in a local historical society. Despite no prior convictions, an active protective order against Buterbaugh was noted by the prosecution.
The judge ruled Buterbaugh to be a danger to the community, ordering him to remain in custody pending further proceedings. The case underscores the complexities of interpersonal conflicts and the legal ramifications of alleged self-defense claims.
