GRAHAM, N.C. — A family dispute turned deadly Wednesday night when a stepfather shot and killed his stepson on Poplar Street, Graham police said.

34-year-old Thomas Jeffries Jr. was shot in the stomach and was taken to a hospital where he later died from his injuries.

James Thomas Daye, 59, was arrested at the scene and he faces the charges of murder and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

He is being held without bond at the Alamance County Jail and is scheduled to have his first appearance Thursday at 2:00 p.m. in Alamance County District Court.

Police said the incident appears to be isolated and that there is no ongoing threat to the wider community.

The investigation remains active. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Graham Police Departmen

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