Two Fayetteville police officers were justified in using deadly force during a standoff last month that ended in the death of a 42-year-old man, prosecutors announced Friday. Prosecutor’s RulingFourth District Prosecuting Attorney Brandon Carter reviewed the Arkansas State Police investigation into the September 7 shooting and ruled the officers acted lawfully under state law. September 7 IncidentPolice were called to an apartment complex in the 300 block of North Garnet Court after reports of gunfire. Investigators said the gunman, later identified as Brandon Poulter of Fayetteville, continued shooting at officers and even targeted an armored vehicle positioned outside. State Police InvestigationAt the request of the Fayetteville Police Department, the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division handled the investigation to ensure an independent review.