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Fugitive Fleeing Traffic Stop Shot Deputy | Wilmington News
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A 48-year-old man with a violent past is facing life-altering charges after allegedly shooting a sheriff’s deputy during a high-speed chase and crash in Columbus County. Accused of attempted first-degree murder and felonious assault with a firearm, Smith was ordered held without bond — and his criminal history, including probation for meth possession, only adds to the gravity. After a tense manhunt through the woods, he was captured just before 7 PM. His next court date? October first. This case is a chilling reminder of the dangers law enforcement confronts daily.
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