A Hinds County Deputy was fatally shot while responding to a domestic call on Midway Road in Terry Sunday night.
The deputy who lost his life was identified as Martin Shields Jr.
The tragic incident happened at 15323 Midway Road.
Hinds County deputies were called to accompany a woman who was going to get her belongings from a home on Midway Road.
MBI stated that when the deputy arrived at the home, 42-year-old Eric Brown opened fire, striking and killing Martin Shields Jr.
The SWAT team responded to the home and a multi-agency manhunt was underway for Eric Brown.
Eric Brown was found inside of the home, deceased. His cause of death is currently under investigation.
Sheriff Jones said that Brown is believed to be suspected in the death of fallen Deputy Martin Shields, Jr. and the shooting of Brown’s wife, and a female accomplice at this location.
The wife and female accomplice are both stable at this time.
(42-year-old Eric Brown; Source: Hinds Co. SO)
MBI is actively investigating the incident and collecting evidence. Once the investigation is complete, findings will be turned over to the Attorney General’s Office.
This is an active investigation. We will keep you updated with the latest on this developing story.
Our prayers are with the deputy’s family and loved ones, law enforcement, and our community as we mourn this horrible tragedy.
