Marine arrested over civilian death on North Carolina base

A U.S. Marine was arrested after a civilian was fatally shot aboard Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, officials said. 

Marine spokeswoman Capt. Emma Thompson said Tuesday that officials recovered a weapon following the shooting on the base Saturday, per Marine Corps Times. 

"This was an isolated incident and there was no threat to other Marines or the public," Thompson said. "The situation is under investigation by NCIS and more information will be made available when known."

No charges have been filed and the investigation is ongoing, Thompson also said. 

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