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Husband fatally shoots friend after finding him with wife

CHESAPEAKE, Ohio - Police in Ohio say a man fatally shot his friend after finding him with his wife.

Authorities called to a home in Chesapeake Friday evening found 57-year-old Ricky Crager dead on the porch. A short time later, 54-year-old William Elkins Sr. was taken into custody after surrendering to deputies.

Police say Elkins shot Crager twice after coming home to find Crager with his wife. Elkins also allegedly threatened his wife with the gun.

Elkins faces a charge of aggravated murder. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing.

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