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LaGrange Man Charged with Malice Murder in Twin Brother's Fatal Shooting

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Published on March 24, 2025
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A man has been charged with the murder of his twin brother in LaGrange. Kiias Hodnett now faces charges of malice murder and possession of a firearm during the commission of certain felonies, according to authorities.

FOX 5 Atlanta reports that police were called to 216 Hearthstone Drive on Friday last week at around 6:15 p.m., where they found 20-year-old Kiian Hodnett with multiple gunshot wounds, leading to his death.

Kiias Hodnett was arrested shortly after the incident. The LaGrange Police Department has not provided a motive for the shooting but has intensified the investigation, asking the public for any information. Details about the case can be given to Detective Shaw at 706-883-2620, or anonymously through Troup County CrimeStoppers at 706-812-1000, as per Atlanta News First.