Albertville attempted murder suspect caught by DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office
Jeffery Lynn Epps
Posted: May 18, 2021 3:53 PM
Updated: May 18, 2021 4:35 PM
Posted By: Josh Rayburn
A Dawson man is in custody on an attempted murder charge after being arrested by the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office.
Jeffery Lynn Epps, 34, was wanted on an outstanding warrant from the Albertville Police Department, according to the sheriff’s office.
Albertville Police Chief Jamie Smith said Epps is a suspect in a shooting that took place about 5:30 a.m. April 26.
Smith said the victim was severely injured and flown to UAB for medical attention. He said it is believed that the shooting stemmed from a previous argument and the investigation is ongoing.