George Wagner III is an American man known for his involvement in a high-profile criminal case in Ohio. He was charged in connection with the 2016 murders of eight members of the Rhoden family, which shocked the local community and garnered national attention. Wagner III, along with his family members, was accused of orchestrating the killings over a custody dispute related to a child. The case highlighted issues of family loyalty and conflict, leading to a lengthy legal process that included multiple trials and significant media coverage.