State Police investigate Altavista shooting

State police are investigating a shooting last night in Altavista. According to the Altavista Police Department, officers responded to a "shots fired" call in the 1500 block of Main Street. When they arrived, they found a suspect, 57-year-old Michael Long of Hurt, with a shotgun. Police say the officers ordered Long several times to drop the weapon. According to a news release, Long "turned and pointed the shotgun in their direction at which time both officers fired striking the suspect." Long was pronounced dead at the scene. Witnesses say a 17-year old female was also injured. She was transported to Lynchburg General Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The officers involved in the shooting are on administrative leave, their names have not been released.