Paulding County Sheriff's Office, Georgia
End of Watch Saturday, August 17, 2024
Add to My HeroesBrandon Tyler Cunningham
Deputy Sheriff Brandon Cunningham was shot and killed while responding to a domestic call in Hiram.
Shortly after 6:00 p.m., Deputy Cunningham and his partner arrived at the home and were ambushed with a hail of gunfire as soon as they exited their vehicle. Responding officers were also met with a stream of gunfire. When a female attempted to leave the home, she was shot.
Deputy Cunningham was transported to a local hospital where he died from his wounds.
The suspect was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Deputy Cunningham had served with the Paulding County Sheriff's Office for over four years. He was survived by his son, daughter, mother, three brothers, grandfather, and aunt.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 4 years, 6 months
- Badge 1169
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Committed suicide
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