Man in custody in Columbia County after shooting at officers

Authorities in Columbia County are investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred over the weekend.

Officers there were advised by neighboring Adams County of a man that was intoxicated, armed and suicidal that was being sought Saturday evening, January 4, 2025.

A deputy in Columbia County spotted the suspects vehicle around 6:30 PM on Interstate 90, and attempted to pull the driver over. The driver however, accelerated in an attempt to elude the officer. A tire deflation device was able to be deployed on the vehicle and the driver eventually stopped, but he had other plans than getting taken into custody.

He fired a gun at deputies who then returned fire on the man. In total, three officers shot their weapons, though none of the suspects rounds or officer’s rounds struck anyone. After the gunfire stopped, officers were able to negotiate with the man who eventually surrendered and was taken into custody.