GAINESVILLE, Ga. (WSPA) — A Georgia deputy was shot and killed while attempting to stop a stolen vehicle late Sunday night.
WGCL reports Hall County sheriff’s deputies tried to stop the vehicle allegedly connected to recent crimes, including car break-ins and burglaries, when a chase ensued northeast of Atlanta.
The chase ended in a crash in Gainesville.
Suspects and deputies exchanged gunfire following the crash, according to WGCL.
One deputy was shot and later died at a hospital.
Their name has not been released at this time.
The suspected shooter was also wounded and in custody, while a search reportedly continues for several other suspects who fled the scene of the crash.
