A Clinch County Sheriff's deputy shot and killed Vernon McCoy Mathis while responding to a call at his home. The reason for the call, and the deputy's name, are being withheld by police.
Victim's Name: Vernon McCoy Mathis
Agency Responsible: Clinch County Sheriff's Office
Gender: Male
Age: 59
Race: White
Date of Death: April 30, 2013
County: Clinch
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Unreported
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: Unknown
Armed: Unclear
Weapon: unclear
Geography: Rural