Man charged with murder after fatal shooting in Hampshire

Marcin Buryta, 31, of Conifer Road in Southampton, was charged with murder and possession of a prohibited weapon after the 45-year-old victim was pronounced dead at a property on the same road.

The incident happened at around 8pm on Wednesday, February 11, with two other people being arrested on suspicion of aiding and abetting aggravated burglary. A 57-year-old man and a 39-year-old woman remain in custody at this time.

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A Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary spokesperson said: “A man has been charged with the murder of Piotr Pruszak in Coxford, Southampton. Officers quickly attended, where 45-year-old Piotr was found with serious injuries. Despite receiving treatment, he was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

“His family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers from Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary.

“Following extensive enquiries, 31-year-old Marcin Buryta, of Conifer Road in Southampton, has been charged with murder and possession of a prohibited weapon. He has been remanded in custody to appear at Southampton Magistrates Court on Monday, February 16.”