By Associated Press - Monday, September 25, 2017

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (AP) - Police say a teenage suspect was fatally shot in an apparent home invasion in Mississippi.

Hattiesburg police told WDAM-TV that they believe the homeowner shot 17-year-old Justin Woodland on Sunday night. Authorities say no charges are being filed against the homeowner and the case will be presented to a grand jury.

Forrest County deputy coroner Lisa Klem says Woodland’s body will be sent to an autopsy in Jackson.

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Police have charged a second suspect, Anton Smith, with armed robbery and burglary of a dwelling. It is unclear whether Smith has an attorney to comment on the charges.

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Information from: WDAM-TV, https://www.wdam.com

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