PEACHTREE CORNERS — A suspect died after being shot by Gwinnett County Police officers following a police chase that ended in Peachtree Corners.
What’s Happening: Gwinnett County Police fatally shot an armed suspect on December 30 after they say the suspect:
- Rammed a patrol car and fled
- Pulled a firearm during a foot chase after crashing their vehicle
- Pointed the weapon at officers after being shot initially
What’s Important: The scene began when police responded to a report of a vehicle involved in an incident in another jurisdiction. Officers attempted to use a taser before firing their weapons, according to police.
The Timeline: The confrontation occurred around 11:30 p.m. on December 30 in the area of the 5700 block of Peachtree Industrial Boulevard.
Catch Up Quick: The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has taken over the investigation. No officers were injured during the incident, and the suspect’s identity remains unknown.
