Failed robbery in LaGrange leaves one dead, another charged
LaGrange police remain investigating a homicide which occurred Wednesday night on Garfield Street. Police say the homicide occurred during a failed robbery.
The shooting occurred in the 100 block of Garfield Street on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 around 7:04 P.M.
Troup County Coroner Erin Hackley says a 22-year-old male died from his injuries. Police later identified the victim as Jonathan Daniel.
“Further investigation by Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division determined that the suspect identified as Antonio Stephens and the deceased, Jonathan Daniel, conspired to rob Jesse Houston at gunpoint,” police said. “During the incident the deceased pointed a gun at Mr. Houston in an attempt to rob him, at which time Mr. Houston fired his own gun at Daniel in self defense.”
Antonio Stephens was arrested and charged with Felony Murder on December 21, 2023.
This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the LaGrange Police Department at (706) 883-2603 or Detective Prichard at (706) 883-2628. Information can also be reported anonymously to Troup County Crime Stoppers at (706) 812-1000 and callers may be eligible for a cash reward.
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