Florida Deputy Fatally Shoots Armed Man in Broward County Incident

A deputy-involved shooting occurred Sunday evening in unincorporated Broward County near Fort Lauderdale when deputies responded to a disturbance call involving a man reportedly armed and possibly under the influence of drugs. The suspect, identified as Edward Jerrel Dolison, exited his residence with a firearm, then pointed the gun at his head and later fired at a deputy, who returned fire, fatally wounding Dolison. Two firearms were recovered from the home, one with its serial number scratched off. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has taken over the investigation, with the Broward Sheriff's Office conducting homicide, crime scene, and administrative reviews. No deputies or bystanders were injured during the incident. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances leading to the confrontation and shooting.