Domestic Violence Incident Turns Fatal in Polk County; Sheriff Responds to Criticism
POLK COUNTY, FL — A volatile domestic disturbance escalated into a deadly confrontation on [insert exact date], when 56-year-old Michael Alan Loman was fatally shot by Polk County deputies after allegedly threatening to kill his wife and law enforcement officers.
The incident began when Loman’s wife placed a frantic 9-1-1 call, reporting that her husband was firing a rifle inside their mobile home and had made explicit threats to kill her. She also informed dispatchers that Loman was prepared to engage with officers in a violent standoff.
Deputies responded swiftly to the residence, where they encountered Loman still armed and reportedly refusing to comply with commands. According to Sheriff Grady Judd, Loman raised his weapon toward deputies, prompting them to fire in defense of themselves and others at the scene.
“There was a clear and present danger to everyone involved,” Sheriff Judd stated during a press briefing. “Our deputies did what they were trained to do to protect lives.”
Sheriff Judd, known for his no-nonsense approach, addressed potential criticism head-on: “He was shooting inside the house, threatening to kill his wife and us. That was the end of it.”
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) will conduct an independent investigation, as is standard in officer-involved shootings. The deputies involved have been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome.
Loman had a documented history of domestic issues, according to sheriff’s office records, though further details have not been released as the investigation is ongoing.
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