Suspect Dies in I-80 Shooting Involving Deputies

A suspect was killed in a shooting involving Laramie County Sheriff’s deputies near mile marker 377 on Interstate 80 east of Cheyenne. The incident prompted a large law enforcement response and traffic restrictions, but officials said all deputies were safe and there was no ongoing threat to the public; the suspect’s identity and circumstances leading to the encounter have not been released. The Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation is conducting the outside investigation, while the sheriff’s office is also undertaking an internal review of its policies, procedures and training. Officials say the investigation will include interviews and review of camera footage and evidence, and that further details will be released when possible.