(Lawrenceville, Ga., May 23, 2022) – Gwinnett Police responded to an aggravated domestic incident on Pine Lane at around 10:20 pm. It was reported that a male had threatened a female with a handgun.  The male, still armed, fled the residence prior to police arrival. 

Gwinnett Police K9 officers and the Aviation Unit responded and located the male in a wooded area near the incident scene.  The male fired upon approaching officers, striking a police K9 dog.  After being fired upon, an officer returned fire striking the male. 

Officers rendered first aid to the male, and he was transported to a local hospital by ambulance.  The K9 was transported to a local animal hospital for treatment.

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation was contacted and is currently handling the officer involved shooting investigation.  

If anyone has any information to share in this case, please contact GCPD detectives at 770-513-5300.  To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com.  Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case. 

Case Number:  220042558