Two Texas Deputies Killed in Shootout After Standoff With Suspect Two sheriff’s deputies in Texas were killed in a shootout in Eben on Monday night, according to reports. Authorities so far have provided few details about the shooting. The alleged gunman -- 28-year-old Jeffrey Nicholas -- led deputies on a short foot pursuit and barricaded himself in a building. A standoff resulted in gunfire being exchanged, KLST/KSAN reported. Two deputies were killed and another unidentified person was wounded. Authorities did not immediately identify the victims. The deputies' bodies are to be escorted to Lubbock on Tuesday, where autopsies will be performed.