LAGRANGE, Ga. — The LaGrange Police Department say they arrested a man Friday evening after they learned he shot and killed his twin brother.
Police say around 6:15 p.m. Friday evening, they responded to a residence at 216 Hearthstone Drive for an unknown medical call.
While it was unclear what they were being called to the home for, police say they believed someone was dead.
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When they arrived, they found Kiian Hodnett dead from gunshot wounds.
As the investigation ensued, police determined Kiian was shot by his twin brother, Kiias Hodnett inside their home a short time before the call was made to 911.
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Kiias was taken to the police station and was charged with malice murder and possession of a firearm during the commission of certain felonies.
Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Detective Shaw at 706-883-2620. Information can also be shared anonymously through Troup County CrimeStoppers by calling 706-812-1000.
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