MBI investigating deputy-involved shooting in Meridian

The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Department that occurred on Friday on Poplar Springs Drive in Meridian.

A deputy with the sheriff’s department was attempting to initiate a traffic stop on an alleged drunk driver. A passenger was asked to exit the vehicle when he discharged a weapon at the deputy
striking him with non-fatal injuries.

The deputy then discharged his weapon, striking the subject with fatal injuries. The driver was arrested with no injuries or further incident.

This information is preliminary and subject to change.

MBI is assessing the incident and gathering evidence. Upon completing the investigation, agents will share their findings with the Attorney General’s Office