UPDATE:

DeWitt police have named a suspect in the robbery and double homicide that occurred at 1 a.m. this morning. The suspect is:  William D. Wood Jr. (12/09/1985) 32 year old white male, 5’5” 170 pounds, brown hair, brown eyes. Last seen wearing a gray sweatshirt and black pants, and has been known to ride a brown or orange colored BMX bike.  He is considered armed and dangerous, do not approach and call 911.

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DeWitt police are investigating a robbery and double homicide at Chili’s Restaurant 3691 Erie Blvd E, in the Town of DeWitt at approximately 1:04 a.m. on September 15.

According to police, upon arrival Dewitt Police units found two Chili’s employees had been shot.  One was deceased at the scene and the second employee was transported to a local hospital where he died.

DeWitt investigators and officers are currently processing the scene for physical evidence and interviewing witnesses.

The DeWitt Fire Department and AMR Ambulance responded to transport the second victim to the hospital.

DeWitt Police were assisted by the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police, and Syracuse Police K9.  The suspect(s) fled the scene at this time.

This is an ongoing investigation and anyone with information should contact the DeWitt Police tips line at [email protected].