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Savannah Police Arrest Edward King, 57, in Fatal Ogeechee Road Shooting

Investigators say the case remains open with the victim's name withheld.

Overview

  • Officers took Edward King into custody on the morning of Nov. 1 and charged him with murder.
  • The shooting occurred Oct. 31 near W. 34th Street and Ogeechee Road around 1:30 p.m. after ShotSpotter gunfire alerts.
  • Responding officers provided first aid at the scene before the victim was transported to Memorial Health University Medical Center.
  • The victim later died at the hospital from gunshot wounds to the chest, according to police.
  • Savannah Police ask anyone with information to contact CrimeStoppers at 912-234-2020 or submit an anonymous tip through the SPD mobile app.