Man arrested on murder charges in Prestonsburg

FLOYD COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A man wanted for murder is now behind bars after being arrested over the weekend.

According to the Floyd County Jail, Larry Johnson was taken into custody Saturday and charged with murder.

Kentucky State Police say Johnson allegedly shot and killed 48-year-old Steven Adkins during a fight near the Auxier Bridge. Investigators say Johnson initially fleft the scene but was later located and arrested.

The case remains under investigation by Kentucky State Police.