Broward Sheriff's Deputy Shot While Investigating, Saved by Bulletproof Vest

Deputy Shot During Investigation

• 🎯 A Broward Sheriff's Office deputy was shot while actively working an investigation in Margate.
• ⚠️ The incident occurred after 2:30 PM in the 6100 block of Northwest 2nd Street.

Bulletproof Vest Saves Deputy

• 🛡️ Fortunately, the deputy was saved by his bulletproof vest, sustaining non-life-threatening injuries.
• 🚓 The deputy was part of the burglary apprehension team investigating a matter when the shooting took place.

Suspect Apprehended

• 💥 The suspect shot the deputy and was also injured, with their current condition unknown.
• 🏥 Both the deputy and the suspect were transported to Broward Health North in Pompano for treatment.

Ongoing Investigation

• 🔍 A forensic scene unit and mobile unit were present at the scene, indicating an ongoing investigation.
• 🚗 Sky 10 footage showed a vehicle boxed in by unmarked units and a SWAT command truck, with visible bullet holes in its rear window.
• 🏘️ Residents in the neighborhood were unable to access their homes due to the large police presence, with some expecting to be displaced until the morning hours.