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Man Captured In Clarksville Homicide

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A 32-year-old man has been captured in a Montgomery County homicide. Authorities said he had been on the run and was considered to be armed and dangerous.

Officials with Clarksville Police said the body of 38-year-old Capitolla Cross was found at a residence on Harrier Court in Clarksville.

Officers were called to the scene shortly before 6 p.m. Tuesday to check on the well-being of a resident.

Police said Demetris Merriweather was arrested for criminal homicide.

Details of his capture had not been released. No further details were available as the investigation was ongoing.