Lexington, South Carolina: Ryan Lindler Arrested for Neighbor’s Murder
Background
In Lexington, South Carolina, Ryan Lindler Sr. and Ryan Lindler Jr. were arrested in December 2023 for the murder of their neighbor, Kevin Newhouse. The conflict started over a trespassing dispute. The Lindlers tracked Newhouse to his home, where a deadly altercation occurred involving a machete and a handgun.
Incident Details
The Lindlers confronted Newhouse, who allegedly wielded a machete. Lindler Jr. shot Newhouse after his father was reportedly struck by the machete. Other individuals emerged from the woods, causing the Lindlers to flee. They were later arrested and charged with murder and weapon possession during a violent crime. Both remain held without bond.
