UPDATE: Wanted man arrested at home, charged with attempted murder
UPDATE (1/18/24): Lauderdale County Sheriff Brian Kelley shared that Lebel was taken into custody Wednesday evening:
****FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE****
On Wednesday, January 17, 2024, members of the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office and the United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force successfully apprehended fugitive Bryan Lebel. Lebel was taken into custody without incident after his residence was surrounded by law enforcement.
This search was successful thanks to an extensive investigation across multiple law enforcement agencies and with special thanks to Sheriff Shannon Beasley and the Tipton County Sheriff’s Office for providing additional manpower.
“We are happy the search for Lebel concluded without any incident. This is a prime example that if you seek to harm law enforcement, no stone will be left unturned,” states Sheriff Kelley.
Bryan Lebel is currently housed in the Lauderdale County Jail awaiting arraignment. Lebel is charged with Attempted Murder, among other felony charges.
This investigation is ongoing and subject to change. All persons arrested are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
EARLIER STORY:
LAUDERDALE COUNTY, Tenn. — A West Tennessee man is wanted on numerous charges after allegedly shooting at law enforcement.
According to Lauderdale County Sheriff Brian Kelley, deputies responded to a complaint of domestic abuse in Henning on Sunday.
Upon arrival, Sheriff Kelley says deputies were “met by gunfire” from a suspect, identified as Bryan Lebel. Kelley says a patrol vehicle was struck by gunfire during the incident, but no officers were injured.
According to Sheriff Kelley, an extensive search was conducted with the assistance of the Tipton County Sheriff’s Department, however Lebel was not located.
Lebel is described as a white male, 6’3”, weighing approximately 204 lbs., with brown eyes and black hair. Sheriff Kelley says Lebel was last seen wearing dark-colored clothing, possibly coveralls, and a white hat.
According to Sheriff Kelley, Lebel is considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached.
If you encounter Lebel, Kelley says to notify law enforcement immediately, and if you have any information about his whereabouts, contact the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office at (731) 635-1311.
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