Update:
Elizabeth City police make an arrest in a homicide investigation. Police say 45-year-old Joseph Simmons turned himself in to authorities on May 24th. Police say Simmons has been charged with murder and discharging a weapon int an occupied dwelling.
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Previous information:
Elizabeth City police are investigating after a man was found dead in an apartment off of Walker Avenue.
Police said they were called to the scene at approximately 11:30 Friday night for a report that someone had been shot at Walker Landing Apartments. Upon arrival, they said they found Gideon Griffin Jr. dead inside his apartment. After a preliminary investigation, police identified 45-year-old Joseph Simmons, formerly of Elizabeth City, as a person of interest and are looking for him.
If you have any information about the incident, police ask that you contact the Elizabeth City Police Department.
