DeKalb County officers recover after Sunday night shooting on Bouldercrest Road
Two DeKalb County police officers are recovering at nearby hospitals after being shot in the line of duty during a domestic call on Bouldercrest Road, according to a report by WSB-TV. The incident unfolded around 6:30 p.m. on Sunday when officers arrived at the scene and encountered 26-year-old Demontavious SoHo.
Police stated that SoHo opened fire on the responding officers, who returned gunfire. Two officers were struck during the exchange. Both were transported to local medical facilities, where hospital staff expect them to recover from their injuries.
Suspect flees into nearby woods following exchange of gunfire
After the shootout, SoHo fled the scene on foot into a wooded area. Law enforcement quickly established a perimeter, and officers took him into custody a short time later. Investigators credited nearby camera systems with tracking the suspect and expediting the arrest.
SoHo also sustained a gunshot wound during the exchange of fire. He was transported to a hospital, where authorities reported he is currently in stable condition.
Georgia Bureau of Investigation steps in to review the incident
Following the shooting, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) confirmed that state investigators have been requested to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident and the exchange of gunfire between the suspect and the DeKalb County officers. Channel 2 Action News reported on the ongoing investigation during its morning broadcast schedule, providing updates on the conditions of the officers and the status of the suspect.
