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Search continues for Bainbridge murder suspect

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Ervin Flanders, Jr. Ervin Flanders, Jr.
BAINBRIDGE, GA (WALB) -

The search continues for a Bainbridge man accused of stabbing another man to death over the weekend.

Investigators say 22-year old Dorian Goss killed 27-year old Ervin Flanders, Jr. Saturday night outside the Bainbridge Shrine Club after they fought inside.

Investigators say Goss may be hiding out in the Albany area.

While the Shrine Club is known for its charitable work across the country, the Bainbridge location is also rented out for parties.

A fight inside the building between Dorian Goss and Ervin Flanders, Jr. Saturday night, drove dozens of patrons outside.

"In front of several witnesses our suspect, Dorian Goss, approached Ervin Flanders, Jr from behind and began striking him," said Investigator Redell Walton.

Investigators say several witnesses saw Goss stab Flanders, but they are still unsure with what.

"We're still waiting to hear from the metal examiner, but some type of sharp object," said Walton.

Investigators say while they are still not sure where Goss may be hiding, they say he does have family in Albany, Tallahassee, and Atlanta.

"We're getting conflicting reports. We're just trying to sift through all of them," said Walton.

Investigators say folks should assume Goss is dangerous and should not try to take matters into their own hands.

"Definitely call 911. Don't approach him. Get the best possible description that they can. Clothing, if there are any vehicles involved, description of vehicles, direction of travel," said Walton.

EMS personnel responded to the scene and transported Flanders to Bainbridge Memorial Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.

A reward is being offered for information leading to Goss' arrest.

 

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