ROANOKE, Va. – UPDATE
A Roanoke man wanted by U.S. Marshals was fatally shot by officers after barricading himself inside a home for several hours, according to Virginia State Police.
On Monday at about 3:45 p.m., the U.S. Marshal’s Task Force attempted to stop the suspect on Hershberger Road near Peters Creek Road. Instead of stopping, the man struck several police vehicles and fled the scene, authorities said.
Police later found him inside a home in the 700 block of Harrison Avenue and tried to negotiate with him to surrender. After several hours, the Virginia State Police Tactical Team went inside the home, and the man pulled out a weapon, authorities said. He was shot by officers and died at the scene, according to Virginia State Police.
The suspect was identified as 28-year-old Markieth O. Bryson Jr., of Roanoke. We’re told no officers were injured.
The Virginia State Police, Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Salem Field Office is investigating the circumstances that led to the shooting. Once the investigation is complete, the findings will be turned over to the City of Roanoke, Commonwealth Attorney’s Office.
According to Virginia State Police policy, the Troopers involved in the shooting have been placed on administrative leave until the completion of the investigation.
ORIGINAL STORY
There is a heavy police presence on the 700 block of Harrison Avenue NW in Roanoke in regards to a barricaded suspect in the area, Roanoke Police Department said.
RPD said residents should expect a heavy police presence for the time being.
This is a developing story. 10 News will update you as more information becomes available.