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Police make arrest in deadly West Haven shooting

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NBC Connecticut

Police have arrested a man that is accused of shooting and killing another man in West Haven over the weekend.

Officers responded to York Street and Campbell Avenue shortly after 2 a.m. Sunday after getting a report of a gunshot victim.

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According to police, a male was found with multiple gunshot wounds. He was later pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities have identified the man who died as 44-year-old Hector Dominguez.

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After obtaining significant evidence, detectives identified Eric Johnson, 32, as the suspect and he was taken into custody on Monday.

Johnson faces charges including murder and unlawful discharge. He was held on a $2 million bond.

The shooting is under investigation.

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