BARTOW COUNTY, GA — An Adairsville police officer is recovering after being injured in a shooting early Thursday morning.
Authorities say the incident happened around 1:15 a.m. when the officer encountered a suspect wanted on multiple felony charges.
Officials say the suspect shot the officer in the chest and attempted to fire two more times. The officer returned fire, hitting the suspect multiple times and killing him.
Police say a ballistic vest saved the officer’s life.
The suspect, identified as 26-year-old Saeed Ahmeed Reed, later died.
Officials say three other adults and a child were inside the vehicle with Reed. No other injuries were reported.
The officer was taken to a hospital, treated for his injuries and later released to his family.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is now handling the case.