EVANS, Ga. — Two Georgia deputies had been shot throughout a visitors cease Saturday night and one in every of them is lifeless, regulation enforcement officers stated.
The Columbia County Sheriff’s Workplace confirmed the deputy’s demise round 6:30 p.m. and stated the opposite deputy was taken to a hospital, WRDW-TV reported.
The suspect was recognized as James Blake Montgomery, who was believed to have been in a camper close to Mile Marker 194 off Belair Street, Columbia County deputies advised WRDW.
Helicopters and drones had been within the air as a part of the hassle to seize Montgomery, the deputies stated.
Communication over police radio advised officers to take a photograph of the suspect “within the trailer.” The main target was the Arrowood Cell Residence Group off Wrightsboro Street, WRDW reported.
Gov. Brian Kemp issued a press release on X in regards to the taking pictures.
“Marty, the ladies, and I are praying for the family members and colleagues of the Columbia County sheriffs deputy that has fallen within the line of obligation, in addition to his fellow regulation enforcement officer injured tonight whereas defending his fellow Georgians,” Kemp stated. “As they continue to be in our hearts and prayers, we’re additionally painfully reminded of why those that put on a badge have greater than earned our enduring respect and appreciation.”
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