JONESBORO — Two people are now in custody in connection with the shooting death of Fernando Chacon Santana, who was killed on Darwin Drive in Jonesboro on June 29.
What happened: Clayton County police arrested both suspects Monday. Santana died in a shooting on Darwin Drive. Detectives recovered evidence as part of the arrest operation.
What we know: Police say the killing was an isolated incident and that there is no ongoing threat to the public. The investigation remains active.
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