CULLMAN – Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper reported late this week that a suspect who was shot by an officer during an incident in April is currently in the Cullman County Detention Center.
Billy Joe Martin, 38, of Cullman was walking between Austin Avenue and Interbitzen Street on the night of April 26 when he was approached by two officers on patrol. They were investigating a high-speed chase incident from the night before, with Martin possibly involved.
The officers asked Martin to go with them for questioning. According to reports, Martin allegedly refused the request and drew a firearm against the two officers.
Cullman Police Officer Don Slocumb fired his weapon, injuring the suspect. Martin was air lifted to Huntsville Hospital with injuries and remained in the hospital for an undisclosed period of time. No one else sustained injuries from the incident.
Slocumb was transferred to desk duty as the investigation was handled by the CPD along with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
Slocumb followed police procedure and is now back to regular duty with the department, Culpepper said.
Additional charges against Martin in this case are pending.
The investigation into the chase from the day before with reports indicating Martin was involved, is ongoing.
Background:
http://cullmansense.com/articles/2016/04/27/man-shot-police-tuesday-night-identified
http://cullmansense.com/articles/2016/04/26/officer-involved-shooting-after-suspect-pulls-revolver-police
