close Fox News Flash top headlines for April 26 Video

Fox News Flash top headlines for April 26

Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what’s clicking on Foxnews.com.

One Columbia County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputy was shot and another is dead following a fatal traffic stop on Saturday afternoon in Evans, Georgia.

CCSO Maj. Steve Morris told Fox News Digital two deputies were shot and one has died, but they have not yet released the names of the deputies involved.

Columbia County Sheriff's Office

The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office confirmed multiple deputies were shot during a traffic stop on Saturday. (Columbia County Sheriff’s Office)

FAA, NTSB INVESTIGATING AFTER 3 PEOPLE KILLED IN TENNESSEE PLANE CRASH

Morris said the suspect has been identified as James Blake Montgomery.

No arrests had been made as of 8:15 p.m. Saturday.

Columbia County Sheriff's Office

The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office confirmed one person is dead after a traffic stop shooting in Evans, Georgia. (Columbia County Sheriff’s Office)

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

Evans, Georgia is about 10 miles northwest of Augusta — home to the Augusta National Golf Club and the annual Masters Tournament.

Georgia State Patrol and the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. 

Alexandra Koch is a breaking news writer for Fox News Digital. Prior to joining Fox News, Alexandra covered breaking news, crime, religion, and the military in the southeast.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *