The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting this morning in rural Brownstown.
Fayette County Sheriff Chris Palmer reports they were called to the scene of a shooting that occurred in rural Brownstown. Sheriff Palmer says it occurred about 8:40 this morning. Sheriff Palmer adds that out of an abundance of caution, Brownstown School District went on a soft lockdown for a short period of time. But, Sheriff Palmer adds that at no time whatsoever were any students, staff, or members of the community in danger.
Sheriff Palmer says the investigation into the incident continues. Fayette County Sheriff’s Deputies were assisted by the Brownstown Fire Department, Rural Med EMS, St. Elmo Police Department, Vandalia Police Department and the Illinois State Police Division of Crime Scene Services.
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