Two people died during a police shooting in Banks County on Monday morning. Forsyth County deputies were serving an arrest warrant when the shooting occurred.
What’s Happening:
- Around 9:30 a.m., Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrived at a residence on Tipton Drive in Alto to serve an arrest warrant.
- The shooting occurred at approximately 11:05 a.m., resulting in the deaths of two people.
Between the Lines:
- The identities of the deceased are being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
- The two bodies will be taken to the GBI Crime Lab in Decatur for autopsies.
The Big Picture: The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is conducting an independent investigation into the incident. Once completed, the findings will be reviewed by the Banks County District Attorney’s Office.
What’s Next?: The GBI’s investigation will provide more details on the circumstances of the shooting. Community members and officials await the findings to understand the full context of the event.
