Man accused of breaking into home after 2 Sumter County women were found dead, tell me about this news today

The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office in South Carolina arrested a suspect named Howard “Doug” Coker Jr. in connection with a double homicide and home break-in.

The case stems from an investigation where a mother and daughteridentified by authorities as Melony Johnson and Lola Hurtwere found murdered from gunshot wounds at their Sumter County home. Following the investigation into the tragic deaths, deputies arrested Coker, facing charges including murder and burglary/home invasion following an ongoing domestic dispute. Law enforcement and local officials have continued processing the case as part of their ongoing efforts into the double homicide.

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