COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A suspect in a home invasion-turned murder pleaded not guilty in court Friday afternoon.

Antanavious Butler, 26, is accused of killing 65-year-old Norman Lane. Butler was arrested on October 6th for murder, home invasion, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime.

The Columbus Police Department came to a home in the 6300 block of Brookstone Boulevard around 8:16 p.m. Monday night , regarding a possible burglary; however, they found Lane inside, dead from gunshot wounds. Officers also noticed signs of forced entry into the home.

Muscogee County Coroner Buddy Bryan confirmed Lane was shot with a shotgun, though it’s unclear how many times. A handgun was also found next to the victim.

Butler appeared in Recorder’s Court Friday and pleaded not gu

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