Fiancé arrested, woman dead in St. Cloud shooting, police say

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A man in St. Cloud is accused of shooting and killing his fiancée during a violent argument early Sunday morning, police said.

Police said 57-year-old Timothy Hyder was arrested and booked into jail, accused of shooting and killing his fiancee, Natalia Du'Mee. Officers responded to the couple's home on Western Sun Drive shortly before 1 a.m. and found the woman dead on the back patio, police said.

A handgun was found "in plain sight" on the kitchen counter, police said in a news release. 

"Our hearts go out to the victim and her loved ones during this unimaginably difficult time." said St. Cloud Police Chief Douglas Goerke in a statement.  "If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, there are resources to support you. Reach out to a trusted friend, family member, or a local domestic violence hotline. You are not alone."

Chief Goerke was unavailable for an interview Sunday about the investigation, according to a police spokesperson. 

According to online records, Hyder was booked into jail on a charge of murder, and was being held without bond.