The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a homicide.

Police responded shortly after 3:00 a.m. Saturday morning to Dawnridge Lane in the Henry community of Franklin County on a report of a gunshot victim.

When they arrived to the scene they found Malcolm R. Ausborne, 32, of Martinsville, in the doorway of the home with a gunshot wound to the head.

Medical units from the Franklin County Department of Public Safety arrived on scene and attempted to resuscitate Ausborne without success.

According to a witness, Ausborne and suspect, Brian A. Spencer, were both at the home, which belonged to Spencer, drinking when an argument started.

Spencer was arrested and charged with second degree murder. He is currently being held in the Western Virginia Regional Jail without bond.

Anyone with additional information related to the homicide of Malcolm Ausborne is encouraged to contact the Franklin County Sheriff's Office, Capt. Caldwell at 540-352-5174.