In the early morning hours in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, a domestic dispute turned fatal, claiming the life of 55-year-old Wesley McGee. The incident unfolded on Washington Avenue, where McGee was shot multiple times.
Responding to a call at approximately 1:56 a.m., Baton Rouge Police Homicide Detectives arrived at the 4200 block of the street to find the grim aftermath of the altercation. Wesley McGee was promptly transported to a local hospital for treatment of his severe injuries.
Despite the efforts of medical personnel, he ultimately succumbed to the gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead.
The investigation into the shooting quickly identified a suspect. Marcus McGee was arrested in connection with the death and was subsequently booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison. He is facing a charge of manslaughter. While an arrest has been made, authorities have stated that the investigation is ongoing. Law enforcement has encouraged anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact the Violent Crimes Unit or Crime Stoppers.
