Deadly fall claims Fayette man’s life

OAK HILL, W.Va. — A Fayette County man died sometime early Sunday morning after falling from a cliff above Minden Road, police said.

The body of John Shifflett, of Oak Hill, was discovered by a couple heading to Easter church services.

Investigators believe the deadly fall was accidental, Oak Hill Police Chief Michael Whisman, Jr., said. The chief said there was no sign of foul play.