COLUMBUS, Ga. — A man is facing a murder charge after a woman was found dead inside a ditch.
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Around 7:10 a.m., on Sunday, Columbus police were called to the 6000 block of Flat Rock Road regarding a woman who was found dead in a ditch.
When officers arrived, they found the victim, later identified as Shacoya Baker, 35, with several gunshot wounds.
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The investigation revealed that the suspect, Bryant Butler, 40, lived nearby. After a brief standoff, Butler was arrested. He’s charged with murder and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime.
Columbus officials did not say if the victim and suspect knew each other. The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to call Sgt. D. Battle at 706-225-4340 or via email. Tipsters can remain anonymous.
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