Deputy shot at by validated gang member in south Columbus
A Muscogee County deputy is OK after being shot at during a high profile traffic stop in south Columbus.
Muscogee County Sheriff Greg Countryman says a validated gang member, who was driving a stolen vehicle out of Phenix City, fled from Muscogee County investigators.
The suspect pointed his gun firing a shot at one the investigators. The gun was stolen out of Columbus.
The sheriff’s office K9 was released at the same time bringing down the suspect, Sheriff Countryman added.
Investigators rendered aid until EMS arrived.
An active investigation is underway.
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