Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office investigating officer involved shooting UPDATE

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office working to find out what led to an officer involved shooting Thursday night.

According to a Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson, deputies responded to a shots fired call at a residence on Plantation Court in Supply around midnight.

There are few details available at this time, but BCSO did confirm one person was transported to the hospital, and no deputies were injured.

This is developing story. Stay with WWAY on-air and online for the latest on the investigation.

UPDATE (3:45 p.m.) — A man is in custody following an officer-involved shooting in Supply.

Jan Douglas Sides, 58, of Plantation Court, Supply is charged with attempted first degree murder, assault on a law enforcement officer with a firearm, and assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill.

The charges stem from an incident that occurred last evening when a Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office Deputy was investigating a complaint of shots fired at a residence on Plantation Court.

Upon arrival, shots were fired at the deputy, who returned fire in an effort to eliminate the threat. The suspect was struck twice.

The responding deputy rendered aid to the suspect until paramedics arrived and took the suspect to the hospital, where he is recovering.

No deputy was injured during the incident.

As per protocol, Sheriff Brian Chism has requested the assistance of District Attorney Jon David and the State Bureau of Investigation to review the use of force actions taken by the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office deputy.

A separate internal investigation is also being conducted by the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office of Professional Standards to ensure policy was followed.