Brother charged with murder of his twin brother in LaGrange
LaGrange police have arrested a man for charges in connection the murder of his twin brother Friday night.
Authorities found a male subject deceased from multiple gunshot wounds to the 200 block of Hearthstone Drive after responding to an unknown medical call with information of someone believed to be likely deceased.
20-year-old Kiian Hodnett was pronounced deceased from gunshot wounds shortly after officials responded to the call around 6:15 P.M. on Friday, March 21, 2025.
“During the investigation, it was determined that Kiian was shot by his twin brother, Kiias Hodnett, inside their residence a short time before the call was made to 911,” police said.
Kiias Hodnett was brought to the police department and subsequently charged with malice murder and possession of a firearm during the commission of certain felonies.
Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Detective Shaw at 706-883-2620. Information can also be shared anonymously through Troup County CrimeStoppers by calling 706-812-1000.
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