George County Deputy Jeremy Malone Shot, Killed During Traffic Stop
George County Deputy Jeremy Malone was shot and killed after he stopped a vehicle around 5:15 p.m. on U.S. Route 98 in Rocky Creek.
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George County Deputy Jeremy Malone was shot and killed after he stopped a vehicle around 5:15 p.m. on U.S. Route 98 in Rocky Creek.
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