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The Slocomb Police Department responded to a call for service on Mulberry Street in Slocomb, Alabama. The call was in reference to a gun shoot victim. Upon arrival it was determined a male subject had been shot in the chest and the alleged shooter had left the residence on foot. An investigation was started with the assistance of the Alabama Department of Public Safety, State Bureau of Investigation, Geneva County District Attorneys Office, Dothan Police Department, Covington County Sheriffs Office and the Geneva County Sheriffs Office. A search for the suspect within the city limits of Slocomb was initiated.
The victim was transported by Slocomb EMS to a local hospital where he was pronounced as deceased. The search and investigation was continuing and a suspect was located and arrested. The suspect was charged with murder and placed in the Geneva County Jail pending first apprearance. Chief White would like thank all agencies involved and appreciates their dedication and performance of their duty during the inclement weather.