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A Columbus County sheriff’s deputy was shot Wednesday morning, and the suspect is still on the run. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office said just before 8 a.m. a deputy attempted to stop a vehicle, but the suspect drove off resulting in a pursuit. The sheriff’s office said the suspect then lost control of their vehicle and crashed. As the suspect started to run away the deputy encountered them and there was an altercation resulting in the deputy being shot. Click the video player above to watch the latest headlines from WXII 12 News.
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The deputy is in stable condition, according to the sheriff’s office. The deputy was taken to a nearby hospital and was treated for their injuries.
