On Friday, according to the Johnston County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to reports of a shooting in the 2400 block of Highway 242 North at 6:45 p.m.
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When deputies arrived, they found one person inside a home with a gunshot wound.
The victim was identified as 50-year-old Kenneth Wayne Dawson. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Deputies said one person was taken into custody in connection with the shooting.
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Kenneth Jake Dawson was charged with murder and arrested on Saturday.
His court date is scheduled for Monday, April 1.