Standoff Ends In Attempted Murder/Suicide

"ALBION TOWNSHIP, WI — Authorities in Wisconsin say a standoff near Albion Township ended at about 6:30 p.m. Wednesday as the suspect shot himself and died.

"A Jackson County Sheriff's Office deputy was shot just after noon Wednesday while responding to a welfare check of a subject who lived on County Road X in Albion Township. He is still hospitalized, and his condition is not known at this time.

"Another deputy was injured after being hit by shrapnel, and was treated and released.

"The subject was thought to be despondent, and concern was relayed for that person's well being. A Jackson County Deputy responded to the scene, and while on the scene, the subject who resides at the residence allegedly shot at the officer.

"The deputy requested assistance and was transported by ambulance to a medical facility for treatment. The deputy's condition is not known at this time."

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