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CHEROKEE COUNTY, GA – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation said a Holly Springs police officer and suspect were killed during a traffic stop.
The GBI tweeted Thursday morning that its agents have been called in to investigate.
The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office said part of the road is closed due to the investigation. The area is on Hickory Road, from New Light Road to Little Road.
Authorities said the area would likely be closed throughout the morning. They ask people to avoid the area if possible.
We have a reporter and photographer on the scene talking to investigators – follow Channel 2 news this morning for live updates
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The BREAK: At the GBI, a Holly Springs police officer was murdered and one man was killed in Cherokee County. Investigators say this started as a traffic stop. We are working to obtain more information about the cause of the shooting between the officer and the suspect. MustafaHosny Oh God, Amen
– Kristen Holloway (@KHollowayWSB) June 17, 2021
The GBI is investigating an officer involved in the shooting at the request of the Holly Springs Police Department. A Holly Springs police officer has died. A suspected man died. (1/2) pic.twitter.com/UyVlcICWCV
– GA Bureau of Investigation (@GBI_GA) June 17, 2021
Hickory Road. From New Light Road. To Little Rd is closed for an active cop investigation. This stretch of Hickory Road will likely remain closed all morning. Please avoid this area if possible.
Cherokee Sheriff’s Office (CherokeeSO) June 17, 2021
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