A Jacksonville man has been arrested and charged with murder following a fatal stabbing at a residence on Friday afternoon, authorities said.
Around 12:18 p.m. on Friday, April 4, deputies responded to a 911 call reporting a stabbing at a home on Maynard Boulevard in Jacksonville. OCSO said the suspect was quickly detained at the scene.
Barry Keith Cooper, 47, of Jacksonville, was identified as the victim and was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries and later passed away, according to OCSO.
The suspect, Shakin Zion Bullock, 19, of Jacksonville, is charged with an open count of murder and assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, and is being held without bond, OCSO said.
Bullock is scheduled to make his first court appearance on Monday, April 6.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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