Police: Neighbor dispute turns into deadly shooting in Racine

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RACINE, Wis. (CBS 58) -- A neighbor dispute turned deadly in Racine early Thursday, Oct. 15. 

According to Racine police, just before 3 a.m., officers responded to Greenfield Road, off Ruby Avenue, for a report of a shooting. The caller reported they were assaulted inside their home and shot someone. 

At the scene, officers located a 52-year-old man shot in the chest. He was pronounced dead at the scene. 

Police say a preliminary investigation indicates a neighbor dispute led to a physical altercation and then shooting. 

The 44-year-old man who discharged the firearm is cooperating with the investigation. 

Racine police investigators are interested in any additional information or video that anyone may have regarding this incident. Any witnesses, or citizens with information, are urged to call the Racine Police Department Investigations Unit at (262) 635-7756.

Those who wish to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers by phone at (262) 636-9330, or through the Crime Stoppers app by using P3 Tips.

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