LINCOLN COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Earlier this morning, at approximately 2:48 am, Troopers responded to a domestic/shots fired call on Frances Creek in Lincoln County.
When Troopers arrived on the scene they were approached by a vehicle that drove and stopped in close proximity to the Troopers.
The driver of the vehicle was quickly identified as the suspect. Troopers gave clear orders for the suspect to keep his hands in clear view. The suspect failed to comply and produced a handgun. Multiple shots were fired striking the suspect.
The suspect was pronounced dead a short time later. Crime scene units responded to process the scene.
No further details are being released at this time.
Additional information may be put out when it becomes available. This investigation remains active and ongoing.