Special: Florence Gunman Identified

 

Lauderdale Sheriff Joe Hamilton has identified the Florence Police Department shooter as Jackson Paul Jones of Florence. Jones was 33 and, according to his online bio, attended Central High School. Jones is survived by his wife, whom he married in 2017, and two young sons. 

Authorities have stated the officer who shot Jones has been placed on administrative leave, as is department policy, but no charges are anticipated. More information is expected to be released at a later date.