A Cartersville man who shot at police officers after crashing his car will spend the next decade in federal prison.

What’s Happening: Shane Jacquces Barfield received a 10-year sentence in federal prison on November 4, after pleading guilty to weapons charges.

On September 17, 2023, Barfield crashed his car in Cartersville, walked away with a gun, then returned to his vehicle.

When Cartersville police arrived and ordered him to drop the weapon, he fired at officers as one crossed in front of his car.

What’s Important: Three officers fired back, hitting Barfield’s vehicle multiple times. No officers or bystanders were injured. Police found a stolen pistol, methamphetamine, and a spent shell casing in his vehicle.

Catch Up Quick: Barfield had previous felony convictions and a domesti

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