Allen County deputy released after shooting

The Allen County sheriff's deputy who was shot in the face Tuesday during a pursuit of a suspect has been discharged from the hospital. According to the Allen County Sheriff's Office, Deputy Izak Ackerman, 26, underwent successful surgery Tuesday night at a Columbus-area hospital and has since been discharged. Ackerman is on medical leave and will likely remain off duty during the course of the investigation by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation, the sheriff's office said. According to the sheriff's office, Ackerman attempted a traffic stop on 2nd Street in Lima at approximately 2:30 a.m. Tuesday. The vehicle immediately fled the scene and led Ackerman on a short pursuit. After a few city blocks, the sheriff's office reported, the operator exited the vehicle and fled on foot. Ackerman pursued on foot, and a struggle ensued between him and suspect. The suspect was armed with a firearm, and the suspect and the deputy exchanged gunfire, according to the sheriff's office. The sheriff's office said Ackerman was shot in the face and was transported to Lima Memorial Health System for immediate treatment. He was later transferred to the Columbus-area hospital. The suspect was struck by gunfire and is deceased. The sheriff's office said the name of the suspect will likely be released later this week.