A Winston-Salem man has been charged with murder after a 66-year-old man was found dead inside his apartment, according to police.
Around 1:18 p.m. on Wednesday, officers launched a homicide investigation after receiving a tip. They discovered Merle Tedder deceased in his apartment, where he had suffered a violent assault.
Detectives identified 56-year-old Anthony White as the suspect. He was located later that day near Sixth and Church Streets. After a short foot chase, White was arrested. Authorities said he had minor injuries and was treated at a local hospital before being taken to the Forsyth County Detention Center.
White is charged with murder and concealment of an unnatural death. He is being held without bond.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Winston-Salem police at 336-773-7700 or Crime Stoppers at 336-727-2800.