Tragedy in Columbia Police Line | Greenville News

A heartbreaking tragedy struck Columbia Saturday morning when 29-year-old Officer Christopher DeLong lost his life in an officer-involved shooting, while fellow officer David Dymock was wounded but stable. The incident began when DeLong responded to a suspicious person near a vehicle, called for backup, and moments later, radio reports confirmed officers were shot and the suspect down. The suspect, 33-year-old Adam Downey, had a long criminal history spanning multiple states. This devastating loss deeply impacts the Columbia Police Department and the broader law enforcement community. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division now leads the investigation into the events. DeLong, a recent graduate of the Criminal Justice Academy, had just begun his career. Tributes and support are pouring in from agencies across the region, as the community is urged to honor both officers and their families during this painful time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3d7083b4436ced00