Deputy Shot During Traffic Stop, Law Enforcement Searching Eastern Part of County

Suspect at large after shooting N.C. deputy during traffic stop

The man allegedly shot the Columbus County deputy as he was fleeing a traffic stop and pursuit crash on foot

North Carolina sheriff’s deputy shot, suspect arrested in Columbus County

A Columbus County Sheriff’s Deputy was shot Wednesday morning, and the suspect is still on the run.

Manhunt underway after shooting of Columbus County deputy

(COLUMBUS COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) -- The Columbus County Sheriff's Office has requested assistance from the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation regarding an officer-involved shooting that occurred just before 8 a.m. A Columbus County Deputy has been shot and transported to Novant Health. He is in stable condition. A manhunt is underway for the suspect [...]

Deputy shot during traffic stop, law enforcement searching eastern part of county

Columbus County, NC (WWAY) — A deputy was shot during a traffic stop in the eastern part of the county, according to a message released by the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office Wednesday. Officials said the deputy suffered a gunshot wound and was taken to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. No information about the deputy’s condition was immediately released. Residents are being asked to secure their property and remain vigilant while the in…

Manhunt ends with arrest after Columbus Co. deputy shot in traffic stop

A suspect is in custody following a manhunt on the eastern edge of Columbus County after a sheriff’s deputy was shot Wednesday morning.

Authorities arrest suspect who allegedly shot Columbus County sheriff's deputy

William Robert Smith Jr., 48, was charged with attempted first-degree murder.