6:00: Morning News

Man killed in Huntington shooting

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — A man was shot and killed in Huntington early Saturday morning.

According to police, Sontezz Lomax, 39, of Charleston, previously of Huntington, was shot as he stood near the The Lantern bar at 817 4th Avenue. The shooting occurred at around 2:50 a.m.

Another person was hit by flying debris. The injuries were not life-threatening, police said.

No arrests have been made in connection with the shooting. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Huntington Police Department at 304-696-4420 ext 1025 or the Crime Tip Line at 304-696-4444.





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