One person dead in shooting in Villa Rica, suspect in custody

The Villa Rica Police Department confirmed that a shooting that took place around 6 a.m. Saturday morning has taken the life of one victim at a residence off Conners Road.

Two other victims were injured and taken to hospitals.

Authorities say they responded to a domestic dispute with shots fired.

The suspect, identified as Karlton Sirmons, 35, of Norcross fled the scene according to police, but was apprehended in Cobb County. Sirmons has been charged with murder, home invasion, and a multitude of other charges.

According to a release issued by VRPD, the names of the victims or suspect are not being released at this time. The investigation is ongoing.