Augusta County Sheriff's Office deputy shot, suspect dead
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Augusta County Sheriff's Office deputy shot, suspect dead
Updated: 2025-12-18T11:17:41Z
Breaking News: Tragic Incident at Augusta County Sheriff's Office
A deputy with the Augusta County Sheriff's Office was shot on Tuesday evening, leaving one suspect dead and another injured.
The incident occurred around 7pm local time when two individuals were involved in a shootout. The deputy, whose name has not been released, was rushed to the hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.
According to reports, the suspect who was shot is deceased, while the other individual, believed to be their accomplice, is currently under arrest and facing charges related to attempted murder.
Investigation Underway
The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with officials working around the clock to piece together the events leading up to the shootout. The investigation is ongoing and no further details have been released at this time.
We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.