Devin A. Rice, 23, is charged with criminal homicide in connection with the fatal shooting of his 56-year-old co-worker at a U-Haul facility. (Credit: Metropolitan Nashville Police Department) –>

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An argument over a drink between two U-Haul employees turned deadly earlier this week when one worker allegedly shot and killed his co-worker at the company’s Annex Avenue location, according to police.

The victim was identified as Fredrick K. Lytton, 56, who died after being shot multiple times during the altercation.

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According to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, officers responded to a 911 call and found Lytton suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. 

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Officers rendered emergency aid before he was transported to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where he later died.

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Investigators arrested Devin A. Rice, 23, on a charge of criminal homicide. During an interview at police headquarters, Rice admitted to arguing with Lytton over a drink before pulling out a handgun and shooting him, according to police.

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Authorities said the shooting stemmed from a verbal dispute between the two employees while they were at work.

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Rice initially fled the business immediately after the shooting but was later taken into custody by investigators. Police said the investigation remains ongoing.

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Officials continue working to notify Lytton’s next of kin.

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The Source: The information in this story came from the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department. This story was reported from Los Angeles. 

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