Deputy-involved shooting near Stockton leaves suspect dead, attorney general says
SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY – An investigation is underway after a deadly law enforcement officer-involved shooting in the east Stockton area Monday.
The San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office said the shooting took place near E. Ardelle Avenue and S. Walker Lane.
Initially, a deputy attempted to speak with the suspect who authorities say was illegally dumping in the area. The suspect drove off and allegedly yelled back at the deputy, saying he was armed and would shoot the deputy.
After a brief chase, the suspect ended up on the roof of a home in the area. More law enforcement officials responded to the scene and surrounded the home in an attempt to get the suspect to return to the ground.
At some point, a deputy opened fire on the suspect, the sheriff's office said. No deputies were hurt.
The suspect was taken to an area hospital. In a statement from California Attorney General Rob Bonta's office, the suspect was revealed to have died.
The incident will be investigated by the California Department of Justice, per standard protocol following a law enforcement officer-involved shooting.
Authorities have not yet released the name of the suspect.
Due to the investigation, the sheriff's office is urging people to avoid the area for the time being.
