South Carolina Deputy Killed in Ambush, Suspect Hospitalized

South Carolina Deputy Killed in Ambush, Suspect Hospitalized
Duane Heard. Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office
The Associated Press
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SPARTANBURG, S.C.—A deputy was fatally shot while being “ambushed” when he approached a home in South Carolina where someone called about a domestic disturbance, authorities said Wednesday.

Spartanburg County Deputy Austin Derek Aldridge was shot as he approached the home around 3:20 p.m. Tuesday, Lt. Kevin Bobo said.