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On Monday, July 29, 2024, a Washington County Grand Jury indicted Robert Horning for the homicide of Carl Horning, which took place on January 2, 2024.
Members of the Tactical Negotiations Team assisted investigators with taking Robert Horning into custody after the indictment.
Robert Horning was safely taken into custody and lodged in the Washington County Jail for murder in the second degree and unlawful use of a weapon.
Update: Names Released in Ongoing Homicide Investigation
January 3, 2024
On Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at 9:35 a.m., Washington County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to reports of a shooting at Horning's Hideout, located at 21277 NW Brunswick Canyon Road.
When deputies arrived, they found an adult male, later identified as 47-year-old Carl Horning, with multiple gunshot wounds. The first deputy on the scene attempted to provide aid, but unfortunately, Carl did not survive.
Additionally, 63-year-old Robert Horning was present at the scene and was initially detained by the arriving deputies. Robert was released several hours later. Currently, Robert is considered a person of interest in the homicide investigation.
Robert and Carl are brothers. No further information about the investigation is available at this time.
Homicide Investigation Underway – Violent Crimes Detectives On Scene
January 2, 2024
On Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at 9:35 a.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to reports of a shooting at Horning’s Hideout located at 21277 NW Brunswick Canyon Road.
Upon arrival, the deputies found one deceased adult and detained another person. Currently, no additional information about the deceased adult or the individual is being released. Our Violent Crimes Unit detectives are investigating the incident at the scene.
Detectives believe there is no danger to the public at this time.
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