HERMANVILLE — The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office says a man has been fatally shot during a struggle with a deputy.
Authorities say about 3:20 p.m. on Thursday, deputies were called to a home in Hermanville for a domestic assault.
Police say a deputy tried to arrest a 38-year-old man, but he resisted and a violent struggle ensued.
Officials say the deputy discharged his gun and the suspect was pronounced dead at the scene.
The deputy sustained some injuries. The incident is under investigation.