Dublin man arrested, charged with murder of uncle

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Dublin man is arrested for the murder of his uncle. 

The incident happened on July 7th at 4:22 a.m. 

The Dublin Police Department responded to a call in the area of Marcus Street and Turner Street in Dublin. 

Authorities say 26-year-old Davion Tompkins shot and killed his uncle, James Tompkins, after an argument.  

Police say when they arrived, they found James on the ground with a gunshot wound to the back.  Authorities determined that Davion used a 9 mm pistol.

Authorities arrested and charged Davion with the murder. 

This incident is still under investigation.