Man Wanted For Murder Turns Himself In

25-year-old Joatur Blakely was wanted in connection to the murder of 52-year-old Burnie Townsend.

The murder suspect has surrendered himself to authorities.

25-year-old Joatur Blakely was wanted in connection to the murder of 52-year-old Burnie Townsend.

The victim was shot while attempting to break up an altercation that unfolded at the 24 Hour Spot on Highway 301 in Dillon on Monday.

Officers found Townsend lying on the ground and transported him to the hospital where he later died.

Blakely was identified through surveillance footage and witnesses and is now in custody.