A man was killed in a police shooting following a high-speed chase in Bulloch County on Thursday. The incident began with an armed robbery report and ended when the suspect allegedly drove a U-Haul truck toward deputies.
🚔 What’s Happened:
- The chase began after a reported armed robbery at a Marathon gas station in Statesboro.
- Police say multiple attempts were made to stop the U-Haul, including stop sticks and a PIT maneuver.
- The suspect allegedly drove towards deputies after the truck crashed, prompting officers to open fire.
🔍 Between the Lines:
- The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is conducting an independent investigation of the shooting.
- The suspect’s identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
- No deputies or troopers were injured during the incident.
🏛️ Next Steps: The GBI will submit its findings to the Ogeechee Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office for review once the investigation is complete.
