Man charged with murder after deadly shooting at Oakhaven house party

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A man has been charged in connection with a deadly shooting in Oakhaven after investigators say he tried to rob the victim and another person.

De’Von Washington, 19, is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Terry Sharp, as well as aggravated robbery and employing a firearm during a felony, according to Memphis police.

The shooting happened Nov. 3 on Brompton Road. According to court documents, officers responding to a shooting call found Sharp suffering from gunshot wounds.

A friend of Sharp told investigators that the two had been at a house party and were trying to leave when Washington stopped them, court documents say. Washington allegedly pressed a gun against the friend.

Investigators say Washington and Sharp, who also had a gun, exchanged gunfire. Sharp was shot and killed during the exchange.

Investigators identified Washington as a suspect using photos taken during the party, according to court documents.

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