Man Killed in Officer-Involved Shooting in Marshall County; State Investigation Underway

TWLN Staff Reporter | The Weekly Ledger News | Area News

MARSHALL COUNTY, Ala. — A man is dead following an officer-involved shooting Sunday morning in Marshall County, prompting an independent investigation by state authorities.

According to officials with the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched alongside Guntersville Police to a domestic-related call on Meadowbrook Drive, near the Blount County line along Highway 79 South. Upon arrival, law enforcement made contact with an older white male referenced in the initial call, who was located inside a camper.

Authorities stated that while deputies and officers attempted to speak with the individual, gunfire was exchanged. As a precaution and due to the evolving nature of the situation, the SWAT team was activated and responded to the scene.

After entry was made into the camper, the individual was found deceased. No deputies or officers were injured during the incident.

In accordance with department policy for officer-involved shootings, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) was notified, and the investigation has been formally turned over to the Alabama State Bureau of Investigation (SBI).

Officials have not released the identity of the deceased, pending notification of next of kin. Additional details are expected to be released as the investigation continues.

The Weekly Ledger News will provide updates as more information becomes available.

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