Foley Police Officer Shot

The execution of a drug search warrant at a Foley home did not go as planned for police officers Wednesday morning. Investigators say after arresting 51-year old Michael Woods on drug charges, Wood's father, 77-year old Robert Woods pulled a gun mounted with laser sights and fired. Veteran police officer Randy Stallworth was hit in the leg. Chief David Wilson says his officers had no choice but to protect themselves and open fire. Robert Woods died on the scene.

"His daddy got killed today because he was selling drugs out of their house." says Wilson.

Wilson says he doesn't understand why Woods didn't listen to his officers when they ordered him to put down his gun.

"I don't see how he didn't know it was the police because of their markings and because they were yelling police, search warrant and to drop the gun," says Wilson.

Four police officers involved in the deadly shooting have been placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation. The officers will undergo a psychological evaluation and counseling this week.

Michael Woods, the target of the drug investigation, has been arrested on two felony counts of marijuana distribution.

Officer Stallworth was airlifted to Baptist Hospital in Pensacola. Chief Wilson says he will be okay.