Paulding County is in mourning after Deputy Brandon Cunningham was killed in the line of duty on August 17. The Paulding County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the news late Saturday night, expressing profound sorrow over the death of their colleague.
Sparse Details: The specifics surrounding Deputy Cunningham’s death remain limited. The Sheriff’s Office has indicated that more information will be released in the coming days as the investigation unfolds. The community has been asked to keep the Sheriff’s Office and Deputy Cunningham’s family in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Earlier Events: Before the fatal outcome, deputies responded to a standoff involving an armed individual who had fired at both Cunningham and a citizen. The incident escalated earlier that evening, with both the deputy and the citizen being shot and subsequently transported to area hospitals for treatment. The condition of the citizen remains unclear, and details about the standoff are still emerging.
What’s next: As the investigation continues, the Paulding County Sheriff’s Office is expected to provide further updates.
