CARROLLTON, Ga. — A Carrollton Police officer who was injured in a chase and shootout on I-20 last week is making incredible progress in his recovery, the department said Sunday.
Early Monday morning, two cousins from Alabama led authorities on a chase through Carroll County, shooting at officers on Interstate 20 and on Highway 61. Aaron Shelton, 22 of Alabama, was eventually taken into custody. His cousin, 28-year-old Pier Shelton, was killed in the shootout.
Four officers were hurt during the pursuit, but all are recovering.
Officer Rob Holloway was injured when the suspects shot as his car, causing him to crash into a pole. He has been in the intensive care unit since the shootout.
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On Sunday, Carrollton Police said doctors removed tubes from Holloway’s head and stitched his wounds up. Police have not given specific details on Holloway’s injuries, but said doctors said he is doing “amazingly well.”
“She added that she is optimistic that he will be able to walk, talk, and move as he did before,” the department said. “We pray all these things come to fruition. He has a long road, but if anyone is up for a challenge, it’s Rob!”
The department thanked the community for its prayers and well wishes.
Three other officers were also injured in the pursuit and are recovering. Villa Rica officer Chase Gordy was shot three times but has been released from the hospital. Carroll County Deputy Jay Repetto was shot in the arm. A fourth officer was injured but not shot.
“It could have been a lot worse, and we’re thankful,” said Carroll County Sheriff Terry Langley. “We pray for the speedy recovery of those officers.”
The GBI has taken over the shooting investigation. This is the 20th officer-involved shooting in Georgia this year.
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