Search underway for man suspected of killing Virginia sheriff's deputy
A Virginia sheriff's deputy was killed and another injured during a welfare check when a man opened fire on them. The suspect is currently being sought by law enforcement and is considered armed and dangerous. Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has urged anyone with information to come forward as the investigation continues.
- ▪A sheriff's deputy was shot and killed during a welfare check in Carroll County, Virginia.
- ▪Another deputy was injured but is reported to be in stable condition after being struck in his ballistic vest.
- ▪Law enforcement is actively searching for the suspect, who is considered armed and extremely dangerous.
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| Publication time | Sat, 30 May 2026 13:12:06 -0400 |
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onSearch underway for man suspected of killing Virginia sheriff's deputyA Virginia sheriff's deputy was killed and another wounded Friday when a man opened fire on deputiesByThe Associated PressMay 30, 2026, 12:56 PM1:16HILLSVILLE, Va. -- A sheriff’s deputy in Virginia died Friday after a man shot at deputies conducting a welfare check, law enforcement officials said.The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office said the fatal shooting occurred after law enforcement received a request from a family member to do a welfare check.A man at the home opened fire on deputies who returned fire, the sheriff’s office…
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