A traffic stop in Fulton County turned fatal when a suspect opened fire on law enforcement, leading to the death of the suspect and the sheriff’s K9, Titan.
Just the Facts:
• Pursuit and Attempted Stop: Around 11 p.m. on November 13, a Coweta County Deputy attempted to pull over a Chrysler 300 on North Highway 29 near Tommy Lee Cook Road. The driver fled, prompting a high-speed pursuit that crossed into Fulton County at speeds up to 110 mph.
• Confrontation: The deputy conducted a PIT maneuver to stop the car and deployed K9 Titan. As the dog approached, the suspect opened fire, fatally injuring Titan.
• Suspect’s Death: The deputy returned fire, striking the suspect multiple times. The suspect was pronounced dead at the scene.
• Injury to Deputy: The deputy sustained multiple graze wounds but was treated at a hospital and released, expected to recover fully.
• Titan’s Legacy: K9 Titan served the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office for more than five years, aiding in missing persons cases, narcotics detection, and numerous arrests.
