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Veteran detective Charles Tatum was found dead in his home of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.

About the current investigationDetective Charles Tatum was found shot to death in suspicious circumstances at his home.

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The investigation began on Monday, April 24, 2023, and will run for about five weeks.

 

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