Mississippi Deputy Killed in Traffic Stop, Suspect Shot Dead Following Police Chase

Governor Tate Reeves confirms the death of Deputy Jeremy Malone, expressing gratitude for law enforcement officers; investigations into both shootings to be overseen by the Mississippi Department of Investigations.

Mississippi sheriff's deputy Jeremy Malone was fatally shot during a traffic stop on U.S. Route 98 in Rocky Creek.
The unidentified suspect led police on a chase across three counties before being fatally shot by police near Beaumont.
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves confirmed Deputy Malone's death and expressed gratitude for law enforcement officers.
The Mississippi Department of Investigations will oversee investigations into both shootings.
More than 300 officers have been killed in the line of duty in Mississippi, according to the Officer Down Memorial Page.