An Iberville Parish deputy has died, after he was shot near the Iberville Parish Courthouse.

According to the NBC affiliate in Baton Rouge, a second deputy was also shot and remains in critical condition. Advertisement

The deputy's identity remains unknown.

The affiliate reports that Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill identified one of the deputies as 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”, said Attorney General Liz Murrill.

The investigation underway. A suspect has not been identified publicly by deputies.

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