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Man charged with murder in fatal Mifflin Township shooting

According to court records, 41-year-old Robert Burnett II is accused of killing a 49-year-old man early Sunday.

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ohio — A man has been charged in the fatal shooting that happened over the weekend in Mifflin Township. 

According to court records, 41-year-old Robert Burnett II is accused of killing a 49-year-old man early Sunday.

The incident took place in the 2900 block of Woodland Avenue around 1 a.m. in Burnett’s home.

According to records, Burnett told authorities the man became confrontational and was asked to leave. 

When he refused, Burnett said a confrontation ensued and he shot him multiple times.

Court documents state the man died at the home and his body was discovered later on Sunday.

Burnett was booked into the Franklin County Jail on Monday and has been charged with murder.

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