Broward deputies fatally shot man after domestic disturbance, authorities say
A man was fatally shot by Broward Sheriff’s deputies Saturday afternoon after authorities pursued him, the sheriff’s office said.
Around 1:50 p.m., the Broward Sheriff’s Office was alerted to a domestic disturbance that may have involved a firearm, the sheriff’s office said. When deputies arrived, the armed subject in the disturbance escaped the area.
A pursuit ensued, and deputies were “forced” to fire at the man in the area of Southwest First Street and Southwest 21st Terrace in Fort Lauderdale, authorities said. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
During a news conference, BSO Spokesperson Carey Codd did not specify how many deputies fired their weapons, but they were placed on administrative leave pending an Internal Affairs investigation, Miami Herald News Partner CBS 4 reported.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is also investigating the shooting.
The sheriff’s office has not released details on the identity of the deceased or what caused the shooting.
This story was originally published December 14, 2024 at 6:01 PM.
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