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Caught! Man Charged With Murder Of Rihanna’s Cousin

Jan. 3 2018, Published 9:09 p.m. ET

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Police on the island of Barbados have captured the man accused of killing Rihanna’s cousin, RadarOnline.com has learned.

Shawayne Dashawn Williams is charged with shooting 21-year-old Tavon Kaiseen Alleyne last month, as he was walking near his home in Barbados.

Williams, 23, was ordered Wednesday to remain in prison until his next court appearance at the end of the month.

Th shooting occurred just hours after Alleyne and his famous cousin celebrated Christmas together.

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After his murder, she shared her grief on Instagram:

“RIP cousin... can't believe it was just last night that I held you in my arms!” she shared. “Never thought that would be the last time I felt the warmth in your body!!! Love you always man! #endgunviolence”

Since the tragic death, the superstar has had trouble dealing with the loss, according to family members.

“Rihanna is grieving right now,” the pop star’s father, Ronald Fenty, told RadarOnline.com in an exclusive interview. “I’ve been getting lots of phone calls from our family. Everyone is sticking together.”

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