Van Zandt county deputy sheriff killed while serving felony warrant, USA

A Van Zandt County sheriff's deputy was shot and killed Tuesday night while assisting Canton police in serving felony warrants near Canton, Texas, authorities said. The deputy, identified as Adam Sherifi, died after a suspect opened fire from inside a residence on State Highway 198 around 10:22 p.m.

Sheriff Kevin Bridger said officers returned fire during the exchange, and the suspect was later found dead inside the home from a gunshot wound. A Canton police officer was also wounded in the incident and was transported to a hospital for treatment.

Deputy Sherifi is survived by his wife and three children. The Texas Rangers are investigating the shooting, and authorities have stated there is no ongoing threat to the public.