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Man charged with murder after Albemarle shooting

Michael Allen

ALBERMARLE, N.C. — A man has been charged with murder after a shooting last month in Albemarle.

Police said 34-year-old Michael Allen shot and killed 27-year-old Sylvester Maske on April 3.

Officers said they responded to a home on Arey Avenue after receiving reports of shots being fired.

According to authorities, they found Maske with a gunshot wound behind the home. They said he later died.

Allen is currently being held on other charges.

Police have not said what led to the shooting.

Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.

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