A Tuesday afternoon shooting left a man dead in a quiet Southaven neighborhood, and police say a 20-year-old suspect is already in custody after a swift response that brought a heavy law enforcement presence to the residential area.
Scene and Arrest
Officers were called to the 1400 block of Sherwood Lane near Woodleaf Cove, where they found a man unresponsive. He was later pronounced dead at the scene. According to Action News 5, investigators identified and detained 20-year-old Decoriun Veasley in connection with the shooting.
Charges and Evidence
Police say the suspect ran from the immediate area after the shooting and discarded a firearm that investigators later recovered. As reported by FOX13 Memphis, Veasley has been charged with capital murder and possession of a stolen firearm and was taken into custody by officers.
Investigation Ongoing
Authorities have not released a possible motive, and detectives are still processing the scene and interviewing potential witnesses. Action News 5 reports that police urged anyone with information to contact the Southaven Police Department as the investigation moves forward.
Legal Implications
The capital murder charge is a serious felony under state law and will proceed through DeSoto County’s court system. The charges reported by FOX13 Memphis remain allegations unless and until a court determines guilt or innocence. Prosecutors and investigators have not released additional details about the case.
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