Laramie County Sheriff’s Office involved in shooting on I-80, suspect dead

CHEYENNE – On Wednesday, the Cheyenne Police Department and Laramie County Sheriff’s Office shared on Facebook that the LCSO was involved in a shooting off Interstate 80, near mile marker 377.The LCSO’s post stated that all deputies are safe following the shootout and that the suspect died at the scene. CPD said I-80 had been reduced to one lane because of the ongoing investigation and asked drivers to “slow down” as they approach emergency vehicles.No information about the suspect was shared, though LCSO said in its post, in part, “There is no ongoing threat to the public. The scene is large and complex; please avoid the area and follow any traffic directions or closures.”According to the LCSO post, the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation is leading the investigation into the incident.No further updates have been shared at this time. This is an active investigation, and information will be added as it becomes available.

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