Gwinnett Police Investigate Lawrenceville Police Shooting
The unidentified officer shot and killed a suspect in a domestic violence case on Dec. 11.
The Lawrenceville police officer who shot and killed a domestic violence suspect who tried to grab another officer's gun remains on administrative leave, police said Monday. The Dec. 11 death of 28-year-old Vince Felio marked the first time in at least 25 years an officer has shot and killed someone, according to Lawrenceville Police Department spokesman Capt. Greg Vaughn. He's a 29-year veteran of the department, which includes 72 sworn officers. "Fortunately, I've never had to shoot anyone," said Vaughn, "so I can't imagine how the officer feels." In keeping with departmental policy, the two officers who responded to the call for help were placed on paid administrative leave. Both have received counseling, Vaughn said. The officer who …
