Washington County deputies shoot and kill out-of-state suspect

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. ( WMBB ) – On Saturday, April 27 Washington County deputies shot and killed a wanted out-of-state suspect for sexual exploitation of a minor.

At about 7:00 a.m., deputies responded to a residence on Salem Drive in the Sunny Hills community.

Deputies said they were attempting to execute an out-of-county arrest on 42-year-old Brian James Propes. He was wanted for sexual exploitation of a minor, possessing or intentionally viewing sexual performance by a child, 20 counts, and a $200,000 bond, authorities said.

According to a news release, deputies made contact with a family member at the residence and were advised that Propes was in a bedroom in the rear of the home.

Deputies said family members led them to the bedroom, where Propes was located. Deputies made contact with Propes and advised him there was a warrant for his arrest and attempted to take him into custody, authorities wrote in a news release.

Authorities said Propes began fighting with deputies and produced a firearm. During the altercation, Propes pointed the firearm at deputies when they engaged with the suspect, and shots were fired.

The suspect was shot, according to authorities.

Washington County EMS was dispatched to the scene and deputies immediately rendered aid to Propes.

Propes later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Deputies have been placed on administrative leave, FDLE was contacted and will lead the investigation forward.

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