Trooper Shoots, Kills Man After High-Speed Chase in Newton County

NEWTON COUNTY, Ga - Authorities are trying to determine why a man did not stop for troopers after they attempted to pull him over for speeding.

Georgia State Patrol spokesperson Gordy Wright said a trooper tried to pull over a pickup truck for speeding down Gum Creek Road near Oxford, Ga. around 3 p.m. Wednesday. The man instead picked up speed, driving through rural roadways.

The man ditched his pickup in a nearby clearing. Authorities said the trooper eventually was able to coer the suspect, but the man, who had both his hands in his pockets, told the trooper he had a gun. Officials with the state patrol said the man made a threatening move and the trooper opened fire.

Police said the man, who has not yet been identified, was taken to a nearby hospital where he later died. A GSP spokesperson said the man had a lengthy criminal record and had outstanding warrants. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is handling the investigation.

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