Paulding County Sheriff’s Office, Georgia
End of Watch: Saturday, August 17, 2024
Deputy Sheriff Brandon Cunningham was shot and killed while responding to a domestic call in Hiram.
Shortly after 6:00 p.m., Deputy Cunningham and his partner arrived at the home and were ambushed with a hail of gunfire as soon as they exited their vehicle. Responding officers were also met with a stream of gunfire. When a female attempted to leave the home, she was shot.
Deputy Cunningham was transported to a local hospital where he died from his wounds.
The suspect was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Deputy Cunningham had served with the Paulding County Sheriff’s Office for over four years. He was survived by his son, daughter, mother, three brothers, grandfather, and aunt.