SOUTH BOSTON, Va. – The man wanted in connection with a deadly shooting in South Boston has turned himself in to authorities.
At about 12:15 a.m. Tuesday, Jamal Brandon gave himself up to police at the Halifax Regional Adult Detention Center.
Brandon had been wanted on a charge of first-degree murder stemming from a shooting incident in South Boston.
He is now being held at the facility without bond.
His next court date is set for March 14.
ORIGINAL STORY
The South Boston Police Department is searching for the man they say is responsible for shooting and killing a 21-year-old man Monday morning.
At about 11 a.m., police were notified of shots fired near the Taylor Lofts Apartments on Ferry Street. When officers arrived at the complex, they found evidence that there were shots fired in the area.
Police were later alerted that 21-year-old Kendall N. Dixon, of Halifax, was brought to Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital to get treated for multiple gunshot wounds. He succumbed to his injuries while at the hospital.
Authorities believe Dixon was shot while visiting Taylor Loft Apartments.
After interviewing witnesses and collecting evidence at the scene, police identified the suspect as 21-year-old Jamal I. Brandon, of Halifax Rd., South Boston.
At this time, Brandon’s whereabouts are unknown and police are working to locate him.
Anyone with information on the incident should contact the Halifax County Crime Line at 434-476-8445. Callers may remain anonymous.