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Man wanted in killing of Connecticut brothers may be in metro, reward offered

ATLANTA — The U.S. Marshals Service is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a man accused of killing two people outside a Connecticut bar as authorities search for him in the Northeast and South.

The marshals are looking for Russell Smith, of Windsor, Connecticut, who police say is wanted in connection with the deadly shooting of the brothers outside Elizabeth’s Bar and Restaurant in Bloomfield on Feb. 22.

Brothers Aaron Walker, 43, and Franklin Spencer, 42, were shot during a fight that began inside the bar and spilled out into the parking lot. That’s when authorities said gunfire erupted, killing both men.

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Police identified Smith as a suspect through surveillance video and witness statements. An arrest warrant has been issued charging him with two counts of murder.

Officials say Smith was seen in McDonough on July 31, and has been known to visit people in New England, New York, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, North Carolina and South Carolina. Authorities say he may be staying with a girlfriend, friends or family.

The Marshals Service said Smith is believed to have two handguns and should be considered dangerous.

Anyone with information on Smith’s whereabouts should contact the U.S. Marshals at 1-877-Wanted-2 (1-877-926-8332).

The Associated Press contributed to this article.