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91-year-old man charged with first-degree murder in wife’s fatal shooting, SJSO says

91-year-old man was arrested and charged with Premeditated First-Degree Murder with a Firearm

ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. — A 91-year-old man was arrested and charged with Premeditated First-Degree Murder with a Firearm after a deadly shooting of his wife on Saturday, says the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office (SJSO).

According to SJSO, deputies responded to a residence on Como Court in reference to a shooting.

When deputies arrived at the scene, they found the victim dead. 91-year-old William Lippold was arrested and charged with Premeditated First-Degree Murder with a Firearm.

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office says there is no threat to the community and the Major Crimes Unit will continue to investigate.

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