PLAQUEMINE - One deputy was killed and another was seriously injured in a shooting at the Iberville Parish Courthouse on Monday night.

Local officials said that two deputies were shot by a suspect at the courthouse before 8 p.m. Sources said one of the deputies died after being rushed to a hospital. Their identity is being withheld as law enforcement makes notification to family members.

District Attorney Tony Clayton said that the other injured deputy is Brett Stassi Jr., the son of Iberville Parish Sheriff Brett Stassi.

“I have spoken to Sheriff Stassi. His son is currently stable but not out of the woods. Another deputy is fighting for his life. He asks for your prayers for these brave officers. These deputies put their lives on the line for us - please pray for them now," Attorney G

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