A Valdosta police officer shot and killed 25-year-old Tychicus Armondo Deshazer as he approached S.L. Mason Elementary School with a gun after reportedly firing at cars in the pickup line on Thursday.

What’s Happening: The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is conducting an independent investigation of the September 25 officer-involved shooting at the request of the Valdosta Police Department.

Catch Up Quick: According to preliminary information, an officer heard gunshots around 2:30 p.m. and found Deshazer entering the elementary school campus armed with a gun. The school was immediately placed on lockdown.

Between the Lines: Before approaching the school, Deshazer reportedly shot at multiple vehicles in the school pickup line, striking one car. No injuries were reported from these shots.

The Sources: Georgia Bureau of Investigation, Valdosta Police Department

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