Tragic End for "S-Town" Figure: Tyler Goodson Fatally Shot by Police

In a shocking turn of events, Tyler Goodson, a key figure in the compelling podcast series "S-Town," met a tragic fate on Sunday when he was fatally shot by police at his Woodstock residence. The incident unfolded following a standoff that has left the small Alabama town grappling with unanswered questions.

Woodstock Police Department officers responded to a call for service at Goodson's home shortly after midnight, as detailed in a statement by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. The reasons behind the initial call to the police remain unclear, adding an air of mystery to the unfolding tragedy.

Upon arrival, officers found themselves in a standoff situation with Goodson, who had barricaded himself inside the residence. The confrontation took a dire turn when, at some point during the incident, Goodson allegedly brandished a firearm at the officers. In response, he was shot, and despite medical intervention, he was pronounced dead.


Woodstock Mayor Jeff Dodson expressed the community's shock and grief in a heartfelt statement, acknowledging Goodson's significant presence in the town. Dodson remarked, "I know that everyone wants answers and details, myself included. Tyler was well known and loved by myself, his family and this community. That love extends far beyond due to the S-Town podcast."

The investigation into the fatal shooting has been handed over to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, raising hopes for a thorough and transparent inquiry into the circumstances surrounding Goodson's death.

"S-Town," the podcast that gained widespread acclaim in 2017, unfolded the gripping narrative of John B. McLemore, a resident of Woodstock, exploring themes of murder, money, outcasts, and mystery. Goodson, tragically killed in the recent incident, was a close friend of McLemore, further deepening the somber connection between the podcast and the real-life events in the town.

As the community mourns the loss of Tyler Goodson, his untimely death adds a sorrowful chapter to the ongoing legacy of "S-Town," leaving both local residents and podcast enthusiasts grappling with the aftermath of a life cut short in the midst of a town shrouded in intrigue.