A Ghanaian musician based in the United States, Britney Boateng, was shot dead on Monday, November 21.
This reportedly ensued during a heated altercation between Britney, 22, and 41-year-old Tyona Dodson in the East Side, Colombus.
Tyona is believed to be Britney’s sister-in-law.
According to Colombus Division police, the shooting occurred early in the morning.
The police say they were called to the residence at about 1 am where they found Britney with a gunshot wound.
The musician was subsequently pronounced dead moments later.
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Tyona Dodson has been charged with murder and is currently in police custody.
She is scheduled to make her first court appearance this morning.
Source:myjoyonline.com