GBI Investigates Officer Involved Shooting in Buena Vista

Buena Vista, GA (June 18, 2024) – At the request of the Buena Vista Police Department, GBI agents are investigating an officer involved shooting in Buena Vista. No one was injured in this incident.

On June 17, 2024, Buena Vista Police Department officers responded to a 911 call about two people with guns that were threatening a homeowner. When officers arrived on scene, at least one person began shooting at the officers. A Buena Vista police officer and a Marion County sheriff's deputy returned fired. No one was injured.  

The people who were involved in the shooting ran away from the scene.

The investigation is active and ongoing.

The GBI will conduct an independent investigation. Once complete, the case file will be given to the Muscogee Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office for review.