A Lee County Deputy has been shot in the line of duty Wednesday afternoon. A suspect has been shot as well.
The shooting occurred in the 900 block of Lee Road 188, which is located in the Loachapoka community of Lee County. The shooting occurred around 5:30 PM central time on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
A large law-enforcement presence was seen on the scene, including Lee County Sheriff’s Office, Opelika, Police Department, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and the Auburn Police Department.
An escort was seen taking the injured deputy to an area hospital…