A deputy was killed and another injured in a courthouse shooting during a sexual assault probe; suspect died from head wound.

A deputy was killed and another, Sheriff Brett Stassi’s son, was critically injured Monday evening in a shooting at the Iberville Parish Courthouse during a sexual assault investigation. The suspect, a White Castle resident, obtained a weapon and opened fire before dying from a head wound; authorities have not confirmed if he died by suicide or was shot by officers. Louisiana State Police and the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office are investigating. Governor Jeff Landry and Attorney General Liz Murrill expressed condolences, and the community has rallied in support. The incident has prompted scrutiny of courthouse security and interview procedures.