Man arrested for murder after shooting at St. Petersburg home: SPPD

Courtesy: St. Petersburg Police Department

A 22-year-old man was arrested for first-degree murder after a St. Petersburg shooting in October, according to police.

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Investigators say James Bingham went to a house on the 1000 block of James Ave South around 5:30 a.m. on Oct. 9. When the occupants didn't open the door, he fired his rifle at the home, according to officials.

Police say several members of a family were inside the home while Bingham was shooting.

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According to authorities, 51-year-old Antwahnn Evans was shot multiple times while trying to shield his grandchild from the bullets.

The St. Petersburg Police Department says Evans died from his injuries on Oct. 18.