Tamara Tuitt-Bartlett dies in fatal Forsyth County shooting

Tamara Tuitt-Bartlett dies in fatal Forsyth County shooting

Fatal Forsyth County shooting death of Tamara Tuitt-Bartlett

An off-duty deputy employed by the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office, identified as Master Deputy Tamara Tuitt-Bartlett, passed away following a violent incident in Forsyth County. According to investigators, the fatal confrontation was part of a domestic conflict.

The details surrounding her death indicate she was located inside a townhouse in the Johns Creek region that wasn’t officially part of the city limits. Tragically, her adolescent son sustained multiple gunshot wounds during the incident. He managed to escape to a nearby residence where compassionate neighbors provided emergency care by applying direct pressure to his injuries. Their timely intervention was crucial and saved his life, prompting a 911 call for further assistance.

Law enforcement has named the individual responsible for these events as Eric Sumner, a 43-year-old man residing in Suwanee. Sumner is recognized as the boyfriend of the deceased deputy. Following the incident, Sumner was observed fleeing the scene of the crime. Subsequent pursuit involving law enforcement led him to be apprehended in Monroe County after a high-speed chase on Interstate 75. He has since been formally processed at the Forsyth County Jail facility and is currently facing serious allegations including homicide, murder, and two counts of aggravated assault.

The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office characterized the senseless nature of the killing, emphasizing the profound impact of law enforcement fatalities on the wider community. This tragic event should resonate deeply with everyone, the statement noted.

As reported, Master Deputy Tamara Tuitt-Bartlett had dedicated nearly two decades of service to the Gwinnett Sheriff’s Office, as highlighted in a dedicated post shared on their official Facebook page.