Suspect arrested in deadly Georgia bar brawl

CANTON, Ga. (FOX 5 Atlanta) - Police have arrested a suspect in a deadly bar brawl in Canton, Georgia.

The fight happened at the Canton Ice House on the 100 block of Keith Drive Friday night.

The victim, identified as 45-year-old Leon Danzis of Houschton, Georgia, was rushed to the hospital, but later pronounced dead.

Wednesday, officials say they arrested 31-year-old Gary Allen of Jasper, Georgia based on Danzis' autopsy and witness interviews.

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Investigators have not released any information on the cause of the fight, or why Danzis was targeted. They told FOX 5 that they are unaware if the two men knew each other.

Allen was taken to the Cherokee County Jail after being charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, aggravated battery, and murder during the commission of a felony. His first court appearance will be Thursday.

The investigation is ongoing.