Sheriff's office investigating the fatal shooting of a 57-year-old man in Southmont

Sharon Myers, The Dispatch
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A 57-year-old man was shot and killed Wednesday in Southmont.

At about 11:30 p.m., deputies checked on a call about a shooting on the 300 block of Pinehaven Drive, according to the Davidson County Sheriff's Office.

Once there, deputies found a 57-year-old man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was treated by Davidson County EMS, but died on the scene.

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Law enforcement noted that they have a suspect in the shooting and possible charges are pending.

The name of the victim is being withheld pending notification of his family.

The incident is still under investigation by the sheriff’s office.

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This article originally appeared on The Dispatch: Man in Southmont shot and killed Wednesday night