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UPDATE: Pulaski County murder suspect arrested

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By Tim Darnell
Updated July 9, 2020

Police have arrested a murder suspect in Hawkinsville.

Tyree Williams, 32, of Hawkinsville was arrested Thursday.

According to police, Williams entered the home of William Anthony Whitehead, 39, and shot him earlier this week. Whitehead’s family was also in the home when the shooting occurred.

Tyree Williams, 32, has been apprehended in a murder case.
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Arrest warrants were issued for Williams on the charges of malice murder, aggravated assault and home invasion.

Hawkinsville is between Macon and Valdosta.

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