A fourth man has been charged in connection with the investigation into the death of Melissa Barto.
According to State Police, 19-year-old Justin Johnson is in the Butler County Prison on charges of Obstruction of Justice and giving false information to law enforcement. Police declined to give an address for Johnson.
Police also declined to comment as to how Johnson is connected to the case or if he knew any of the other suspects. Police did say that the events leading to the charges against Johnson occurred June 11th.
Ishemer Ramsey is facing criminal homicide charges in connection with the death of Melissa Barto June 8th. James Howard-George and Joshua Bowser are facing charges including tampering with evidence.
Written by Ryan Saeler