One dead, one injured in Troup County shooting
A Troup County shooting left one dead and another injured.
The shooting occurred at 7:49 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, on Big Springs-Mountville Road, between Greenville Road and John Burks Road. Troup County Sheriff’s Office, Troup County AMR, and Troup County Fire Department responded to the scene.
Troup County Chief Deputy Coroner Amy Sheppard said two people were shot in the incident. Officials with the sheriff’s office say the people are males. Coroner officials pronounced one male victim deceased on scene, while the second male victim is being treated for injuries at a nearby hospital.
The male suspect is in custody and the investigation is now underway by the sheriff’s office. Sheppard said the names are not being released until all family has been notified.
Additional details are expected Thursday morning. This is a developing story.
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