GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WKRG) — Deputies with the George County Sheriff's Office are investigating a homicide that happened just after 5:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 13.

According to a GCSO news release, deputies were called to the 100 block of Finch Road, where they found a person dead on the scene.

Officials said they were quickly able to identify a person of interest and issued a "Be On The Lookout." Officers with the Lucedale Police Department then made a traffic stop and arrested the person.

GCSO Sheriff Mitchell Mixon said this was an isolated incident and that there is no threat to the community.

"We will continue to pursue every lead to ensure justice is served for the victim and their loved ones," said Sheriff Mixon.

Anyone with information can contact GCSO at 601-947-4811.

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