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73-year-old in custody after he allegedly shot, killed his neighbor

Incident prompted a barricade situation
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APACHE JUNCTION, AZ — A 73-year-old man has been arrested after allegedly shooting and killing his 66-year-old neighbor in Apache Junction on Sunday.

Officials say William Porter was barricaded for some time inside a home near Ironwood Drive and Apache Trail.

After police used non-lethal force, Porter eventually came out of the home.

Officials say the incident stemmed from a dispute.

The victim has been identified by police as 66-year-old Fredrick Bevington.

The suspect has been booked into jail and is facing charges of 1st degree murder.