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At a press conference held, on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 1:45pm, Bulloch County Sheriffs Captain Todd Hutchens and Bulloch County Sheriff Noel Brown confirmed certain details shared publicly regarding the fatal shooting on Monday evening in Statsboro, GA where a son murdered his father.
It was confirmed that a 9-millimeter semi-automatic handgun was used in the shooting. The son, Brandon Connely, now faces multiple serious charges:
- Malice Murder (OCGA 16-5-1) – 1 count
- Felony Murder (OCGA 16-5-1) – 1 count
- Aggravated Assault with Intent to Murder (OCGA 16-5-21) – 1 count
- Aggravated Battery (OCGA 16-5-24) – 1 count
- Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime (OCGA 16-11-106) – 4 counts (one for each crime listed above)
Initial report:
A tragic shooting incident unfolded in the quiet Oakfield subdivision north of Statesboro on Monday evening, resulting in the death of a 57-year-old man identified as Tony Connely. The suspect, revealed to be the victim's son, Brandon Connely, 24, is now in custody following a surrender to authorities at the Bulloch County Sheriff's office.
Bulloch County 911 dispatchers received a distressing call at 7:26pm on June 10, 2024, reporting a shooting in the 9000 block of Oakfield Drive. Upon arrival at the scene, Bulloch County Sheriff's Deputies confirmed the tragic loss of Tony Connely due to gunshot wounds, while the shooter had already fled the area.
Deputies promptly secured the scene, and Bulloch County EMS provided assistance to the victim's wife, who had sought refuge at a neighbor's home and fortunately escaped physical harm during the incident.
A coordinated effort involving Bulloch County Sheriff's deputies, Georgia State Patrol, and Statesboro Police Officers was launched to locate the shooter.
After several sightings of the suspect's vehicle, Brandon Connely drove to the parking lot of the Bulloch County Sheriff's office around 8:00pm and surrendered himself to authorities.
Sheriff Noel Brown of Bulloch County told Grice Connect that Brandon Connely has a history of multiple arrests related to family violence incidents, with his last arrest in 2021.
Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the shooting are ongoing as authorities work to piece together the events leading up to the shooting.
More details will be shared as the investigation continues.
