FRANKLIN, Va. — Franklin police say they have a suspect in custody after a man was fatally shot early Wednesday morning.
At around 3:30 a.m., Franklin 911 got a call about a suspicious person knocking on a door at 1698 Dorchester Street.
While checking the area, officers found a man suffering from a gunshot wound in the area of the "K" building.
Franklin Fire and Rescue came to the scene and transported the man to Bon Secours Southampton Memorial Hospital where the man succumbed to his injuries.
The victim was identified as 28-year-old Joseph Foster Jr. of Franklin. His next of kin have been notified by police.
During the investigation, police learned that the initial shooting incident occurred in the area of the "A" building.
Franklin police were able to find the suspect description and then responded to 100 Morton Street where they took the suspect into custody without incident.
Este-von Lashawn Holland has been charged with felony homicide, reckless handling of a firearm, and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. He was transported to the Western Tidewater Regional Jail where he is being held without bond.
If anyone has information about this incident or other criminal activity within the City of Franklin, Franklin Police ask them to call law enforcement at 757-562-8575, Franklin Crime Solvers at 757-516-7100, or submit a tip using P3 Tips.