The Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) has arrested 25-year-old Markus King in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred at approximately 4:33 a.m. on May 13 in the 1100 block of West Tharpe Street.
Officers responded to the area following reports of a shooting and quickly learned the victim had been transported to the corner of Seventh Avenue and Monroe Street. Life-saving measures were attempted; however, the victim sadly succumbed to his injuries.
Through their investigation, detectives with TPD’s Violent Crimes Unit identified King as a suspect. The investigation revealed the victim was asked to leave the Sound Bar following an argument with staff. A disagreement continued outside the business, during which the victim reportedly made threats and entered a vehicle. King then retrieved a firearm kept on-site for security and discharged the weapon multiple times, striking the victim.
Following consultation with the State Attorney’s Office, King was charged with second-degree homicide.
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