Officers said Sulton rammed a patrol car, then got out and ran. Investigators said Sulton turned around and began firing at police. Three officers from Ridgeland and one from Madison returned fire, killing Sulton, according to police.
Victim's Name: Michael D. Sulton
Agency Responsible: Ridgeland Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 23
Race: Black
Date of Death: December 14, 2014
County: Madison
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Justified
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: gun
Geography: Suburban