Evans died of a gunshot wound sustained in a raid at his home conducted by the FBI and local officers. He was wanted on charges of possessing and trading in child pornography. Officials did not disclose the specific reason for the shooting.
Victim's Name: Scott Edward Evans
Agency Responsible: Federal Bureau of Investigation, Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
Gender: Male
Age: 40
Race: Unknown race
Date of Death: March 6, 2013
County: Jefferson
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Justified
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Unclear
Weapon: unclear
Geography: Rural