Man fatally shoots his brother after arguing with their dad, Kentucky police say

A 36-year-old man was arguing with his father before their fight sparked a deadly argument between brothers, according to Kentucky authorities.

Sometime during the altercation both the 36-year-old and his brother were shot, Kentucky State Police said.

Investigators were called to the shooting on Monday, May 23 at a home on Elkhorn Creek, according to a news release.

Adam Cantrell died of a fatal gunshot wound, authorities said, and brother Cody Cantrell fled the home.

State troopers found Cody Cantrell shortly after the shooting with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound from the fight with his brother. He was taken to a hospital for treatment.

Cody Cantrell, of Elkhorn City, was arrested and charged with murder (domestic violence) and one count of fourth-degree domestic violence assault (minor injury).

The investigation is ongoing.

Elkhorn City, in Pike County, is about 163 miles southeast of Lexington.

This story was originally published May 24, 2022 at 4:53 PM with the headline "Man fatally shoots his brother after arguing with their dad, Kentucky police say."